PER DIEM COURT INTERPRETER - SPANISH Job at Superior Court of Fulton County, Atlanta, GA

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  • Superior Court of Fulton County
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF 
PER DIEM COURT INTERPRETER - SPANISH
SALARY GRADE $440 - $520 Daily
Unclassified Position 
(Current Vacancy in Operations & Court Services)
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

 

The Superior Court of Fulton County Georgia (“Court”) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Per Diem Spanish Court Interpreter.

Superior Court is Georgia's busiest trial court of general jurisdiction. The Court seeks to provide a forum in which legal disputes between citizens can be resolved in a fair and efficient process with attention to equal access, impartiality, efficiency, and safety.

Job Summary:
Certified Interpreters provides accurate and clear interpretation services in complex matters between English and the target (foreign) for the courts and departments of the Superior Court. Members of this class have attained the interpreter certification credential certified as an Interpreter by the Georgia Commission on Interpreters and are in good standing.

Minimum Qualifications; Licenses; Special Requirements

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in linguistics, cultural issues, criminal justice, public or court administration or related field and one (1) year of experience interpreting in judicial, law enforcement, legal or related field working in a professional capacity with non-English speaking persons in a complex organization where assignments and clients vary, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience 

LICENSES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
A Court Interpreter must be certified as an Interpreter by the Georgia Commission on Interpreters. 

Must possess and maintain a valid GA Driver’s License

Knowledge of:
  • Legal procedures and terminology
  • The Administrative Office of the Courts’ operations, policies, practices, and procedures
  • Adhere to the interpreter Model Code of Professional Responsibility
  • Comply with all methods and modes of interpretation established by the Georgia Supreme Court Rules on the Use of Interpreters and the Georgia Commission on Interpreters
  • Interpret in both consecutive and simultaneous modes of interpretation
Ability to:
  • Read, compose, comprehend, and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in both English and a Foreign Language; to include translation
  • Interpret and translate from English and target (foreign) court orders, court notices, petitions, technical, medical, or legal documents certificates, letters, or other materials deemed essential to carry out court proceedings including the re-transcription and retranslation of materials, court petitions, reports, waivers, felony disposition statement forms as deemed necessary
  • Understand court procedures and processes to ensure accurate information is provided to the public

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Superior Court of Fulton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applicants may request a copy of the County’s EEOP Utilization Report by contacting Superior Court Human Resources at sca.hr@fultoncountyga.gov.

Job Tags

Daily paid, Contract work, Work at office

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