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Staff Interpreter (Decatur, Alabama)

Position Number: 6881797
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

Staff Interpreter (Decatur, Alabama)

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 AIDBs efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position:Staff Interpreter

AIDB -Special Projects/NRSC

Decatur, Alabama

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 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. AIDB Special Projects Department is AIDB's collaborative effort to invest additional time and funding with federal partners in order to support the mission of AIDB: To provide comprehensive education and service programs of superior quality to children with sensory differences and their families. It is our goal to expand services beyond our campus programs and even beyond our state borders.

Special Projects consist of Gallaudet University Regional Center- South, The NTID Regional STEM Center at AIDB, The APH Center for Assistive Technology Training, The Gallaudet University Regional Early Acquisition of Language Project, and the Joe Tom Armbrester Agricultural Education Program.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB's culture is reinforced and that employees feel connected, recognized and proud to be a part of the company. You will also contribute to the development of AIDB Special Projects Department. NRSC at AIDB serves 12 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Possess and maintain Alabama Interpreter License upon employment.

Knowledge of federal and state laws related to interpreting.

Valid driver license, an automobile for use on the job, and liability insurance in effect.

Three (3) years or more of formal work experience interpreting for the Deaf/DeafBlind.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years or more of coordinating interpreting services.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Possess a minimum entry sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to AIDB evaluation system (SLPI/SCPI); and ADVANCED PLUS must be obtained within the first thirty -six (36) months of employment.

Possess and maintain RID, NAD, or BEI Advanced interpreter certification in accordance with Alabama's Interpreter License requirements.

Provide and coordinate Interpreting Services.

Must be willing to travel on a daily basis.

Willing and able to work flexible schedules to include holidays, nights, and weekends.

Assist in planning and participate in all Special Projects activities, i.e., educational workshops, social/community events, summer camps, and/or statewide programs

Develop and maintain contracts with interpreters and agencies.

Perform other duties as assigned by the NRSC Director.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AlDB.

BENEFITS: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State TRS Retirement

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

SALARY: $53,040 - $84,864 Scale PI Rank LI Licensed Alabama Interpreter
$63,648 - $95,472 Scale PI Rank MI Master's in Interpreting

260-day position

Direct deposit is required

This position is eligible for the following annual incentives.

Specialization Incentive Pay

RID recognized certification $5,000

Mental-Health-Q $2,500

Legal (SC: L), other $2,500

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 30,2026
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To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/fs/elements/5138?is_popup=true&post_id=1187&show_post=true&is_draft=false&_=1754494241565