Ancillary ASL Interpreter (On Call) (Part Time) (Multiple Positions)

• As needed, interprets/transliterates for the Deaf campus community and visitors to provide access for classroom/education related meetings, programs, or activities. Settings include classrooms, one-on-one or group meetings for students, college sponsored events or presentations, campus-wide events such as Orientation, Commencement, etc.
• Requests may include hours during evenings and weekends and non-campus locations.
• Performs independent needs assessment regarding cultural and language variables to determine the most appropriate interpreting methods and strategies to employ.
• Follows and maintains strict confidentiality in all interactions following Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Ethics standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of and skill with various methods of expressive and voice interpreting/transliterating.
• Knowledge of the ethical standards set forth by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Incorporated.
• Knowledge of standard practices in interpreting/transliterating at the postsecondary level.
• Knowledge of cultural aspects of deafness and cross-cultural mediation.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.