What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spanish Interpreter/Translator I – Temporary position at State of Oklahoma?
Location: SoonerStart Early Intervention - 5100 E. Skelly Dr. Suite 450, Tulsa, OK 75135
Salary: up to $21.63 an hour based on education and experience
Full Time /Part Time: Part time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Primary Hours: 8AM -5PM
Position Description
Salary: up to $21.63 an hour based on education and experience
Full Time /Part Time: Part time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Primary Hours: 8AM -5PM
Position Description
- Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing interpreter work required for the spoken word and/or translator work for the written word in a state institution, school, or agency. Services are provided to remove communication barriers and facilitate effective two-way understanding of information.
- Interprets and translations for children and adult clients or staff to communicate subject matter, educational information, and/or personal information.
- Use knowledge of the agency, services, and client to successfully communicate.
- Interpreters work in person, via the telephone, via virtual or electronic methods.
- Translators focus on accuracy, text, and using technology, research, and reference materials with limited direction. Translates print and digital communication materials.
- Interprets and /or translates Spanish to English, English to Spanish, Vietnamese to English, English to Vietnamese, and other languages as needed.
- Interpreters focus on understanding and communication relying on their memory, experience, quick reflexes, non-verbal cues, including facial expressions and tone.
- Performs work at hearings, direct and indirect client or patient interaction, community events, agency settings, client’s homes, and other venues as needed.
- Coordinates and participates in appointments with staff, contractors, and clients.
- Accompany clients or is present at medical, legal, or business appointments, job interviews, counseling sessions and meetings to communicate services.
- The incumbent is responsible for assuring the timely and accurate completion of requests from throughout the agency.
- Serves as a cultural mediator and works to eliminate disparities through the development of partnerships in minority populations and community agencies.
- Aids and educates co-workers by teaching interpreter and/or translator techniques and knowledge.
- Being present in the office is an essential function of this job.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
- Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
- 1 year Experience interpreting and/or translating English to Spanish, Spanish to English, Spanish to English. Ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of interpreting and translating techniques; roles, ethics, and advocacy in health, social services, business and community settings, or other services provided by the State of Oklahoma; English, Spanish, Vietnamese, or other languages.
- Skills required in public speaking, non-verbal cues, advocating for clients, role-playing, and ethical decision making; cultural competency skills to incorporate strategies for interacting with people from diverse backgrounds; computers, software, Skype, Teams, and telephone conferencing.
- Ability to listen, comprehend, read, write, and speak English, Spanish, Vietnamese or other languages; apply grammar rules in order to properly interpret and/or translate; independently follow established protocols; encourage respondents to answer questions, probe and clarify if needed; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
- All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; drive an automobile. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasionally, in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job
Salary : $22
