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R-0159 Part-Time Spanish Interpreter/Translator (not to exceed 19 hours/week) Health and Clinical Services

Position Number: 6200133
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

R-0159 Part-Time Spanish Interpreter/Translator (not to exceed 19 hours/week) Health and Clinical Services

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

R- 0159 Reference#997056556515

Posting Date: April 29, 2025

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Part-Time Spanish Interpreter/Translator (not to exceed 19 hours/week)

Health and Clinical Services

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organizations' most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day.

As the Spanish Interpreter/Translator, you will provide Spanish translation and interpreting services for Hispanic families of students, clients, and potential students. You will work in collaboration with the Talladega campus programs, Talladega Regional Center's Early Intervention program, Outreach Services, and senior citizens served by AIDB's Senior Services Department.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in ensuring that AIDB's culture is reinforced and that employees feel connected, recognized, and proud to be a part of the company. You will play a vital role in the lives of our consumers and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, a positive attitude, and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

A minimum of five (5) years of documented work experience related to Spanish interpreting/translating.
Must have basic computer knowledge and be willing to obtain up-to-date technology/information regarding computer equipment and/or software programs.
Fluent in both Spanish and English, with exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both languages
Must have knowledge of and adherence to federal and state laws and the Code of Ethics related to interpreting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five (5) years of documented work experience interpreting in an educational setting.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Provide Spanish interpreting services for parents of enrolled and/or potential students.
Interpret educational meetings (i.e., IEP meetings, Behavior Intervention meetings, parent/student discipline meetings, staff meetings, etc.) as assigned.
Interpret during tours of AIDB campuses, as requested.
Translate documents for Hispanic parents (Admissions process, IEPs, progress reports, letters, medical reports/letters, etc.)
Provide emergency interpreting needs related to our Hispanic students/parents after regular work hours.
Translate documents and forms utilized by AIDB departments.
Provide minimal Spanish language vocabulary training to staff, as requested.
Provide interpreting services on an as-needed basis through the Senior Services and Outreach Services departments.
Maintain confidentiality.
Update the translation of student handbooks with changes each school year.
Interpret for Hispanic parents during programs, banquets, pageants, etc. when the child is a participant, receiving an award, graduating, etc.
Assist with managing and obtaining contract interpreters when needed.
Team with contract interpreters when called upon.
Must possess good interpersonal skills and work cooperatively with AIDB staff, students, and the community.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as have the availability to be on call.
A sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

Reports to the Executive Director of Health and Clinical Services.

Perform all other duties as assigned.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

SALARY: PH 01 "Contract Interpreter Scale at $26.52/hour

Direct deposit required.

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: May 13, 2025

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=17179&PageID=1469