Our mission at TE is
straightforward: to advocate for the provision of fulfilling employment
experiences for all individuals. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace
environment where every person is afforded equal opportunities to succeed. Our
clients serve as the focal point of our commitment. Through upholding
principles of professionalism, ethics, and respect, we offer personalized
support across various dimensions of workplace engagement.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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General Purpose of the
Position<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span>As the Staff Interpreter
reporting to the TE ASL Services Department Manager, your primary
responsibility will be to deliver precise and coherent ASL/English
interpretation services across diverse sectors, including Federal Government
contracts, private businesses, educational institutions, and medical
facilities. Your assignments will encompass a range of scenarios, including
on -call duties, training sessions, platform interpreting, Video Remote
Interpreting, and facilitating one -on -one or small group meetings.
Additionally, you will be expected to participate in TE staff meetings,
promotional events, and conferences.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Essential Functions<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>- Conducts proficient sign language
interpreting and translation services for clients across various environments,
adhering to established American Sign Language/English interpreting protocols.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li> - Consults with clients, TE personnel,
and service providers to identify any potential obstacles that may hinder the
successful delivery of interpreting services, such as issues related to
instructional materials.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li> - Exhibits complete adherence to TE's
standards and policies, as well as the RID Code of Professional Conduct, which
includes upholding utmost confidentiality at all times.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li> - Enhances interpreting skills through
continued education training.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Non -Essential/Additional
Duties<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>- Performs special assignments,
projects, and other duties that align with the mission and vision of the
company.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li> - Represents the company as industry and
company events, and professional conferences, as needed.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>Qualifications<\/span><\/span><\/b>- A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of
professional experience as a certified sign language interpreter across
diverse professional and business environments.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Active RID National Certification including
compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or
certification requirements.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Must have reliable transportation to travel
between different work sites.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Must be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance (with our sponsorship)<\/u><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Ability to be assigned to the majority of TE
customer contracts in the Washington Metro Area.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Must possess and maintain national certification.
Failure to maintain national certification will result in disqualification
for this position.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Knowledge of:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span>- Proficiency in standard manual communication
methods for the Deaf and hard of hearing, encompassing American Sign
Language, Signed English, fingerspelling, and non -manual expression such
as facial, eye, and body language.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- The culture and cultural experiences of the
American Deaf community.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Current developments, trends, and techniques in
the field of interpreting for both the Deaf and hard of hearing as
utilized by the Deaf community.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- National Association of the Deaf (NAD) -Registry of
Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct,
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, the Americans with Disabilities
Act.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Basic record -keeping to develop materials,
procedures, metrics, and presentations.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of
Professional Conduct, and adherence to RID CPC at all times.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Capabilities of computer systems, equipment, and
software used in providing interpreting services for the Deaf.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Skilled in:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
- Conveying the sophisticated thought, intent, and
spirit of a Deaf/hard of hearing or hearing speaker to a target audience
with superior accuracy, tact, cultural competency, and linguistic
integrity.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Interpreting/transliterating expressively and
receptively using manual and oral methods of communication for the Deaf
and hard of hearing.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Ability To:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
- Ability to employ an extensive sign vocabulary to
ensure accurate interpretation across diverse subject matters and
linguistic registers, emphasizing proficiency in formal business and
high -register, high -context vernacular.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Establish and sustain cooperative and effective
relationships with Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, as well as
individuals from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability
backgrounds.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Capable of fulfilling the distinct
responsibilities of a designated interpreter for executive -level clients,
including seamlessly integrating into the client's team and adapting to
their work environment.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Ensure confidentiality of information shared
during interpreting sessions.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Effectively communicate through signing, speaking,
and writing, ensuring clear and accurate transmission of subject matter.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Conduct research relevant to work and participate
in continuous learning and professional development.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Collaborate effectively within a team environment,
offering and receiving support from colleagues.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Work effectively in fast -paced, dynamic
environments.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Keep detailed and accurate records.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Exercise patience, tact, flexibility and
sensitivity.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>
- Meet schedules and timelines.<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Physical Demands
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This role functions in
diverse environments, primarily delivering in -person services at customer
locations, with occasional virtual or remote work as needed based on customer
needs. The described physical demands are typical for performing essential job functions.
Reasonable accommodation can be provided for individuals with disabilities.
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§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Operates in diverse environments
regularly.<\/span><\/span>
§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Requires sustained repetitive motion
of arms, wrists, and hands.<\/span><\/span>
§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Requires clear vision at close and
long ranges, with or without corrective lenses.<\/span><\/span>
§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Involves prolonged standing or
sitting.<\/span><\/span>
§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Involves extended periods of
interpreting in ASL and spoken English.<\/span><\/span>
§<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Demands frequent verbal and written
communication skills.<\/span><\/span>
Local travel required
for in -person interpreting services across the Washington Metro Region
(Maryland, District of Columbia, and northern Virginia), with occasional
virtual or remote work as needed per client requests. Up to 25% domestic or
overseas travel may be necessary, involving air, car, or rail transportation to
client sites.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Travel Requirements<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
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Local travel required for in -person interpreting services across the Washington Metro Region (Maryland, District of Columbia, and northern Virginia), with occasional virtual or remote work as needed per client requests. Up to 25% domestic or overseas travel may be necessary, involving air, car, or rail transportation to client sites.<\/span>
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Benefits<\/h3>- 4 Day work week! Monday - Thursday<\/span><\/b>
<\/span><\/li> - Medical<\/span>
<\/span><\/li> - Dental<\/span>
<\/span><\/li> - Vision<\/span>
<\/span><\/li> - 401K with 4% Match<\/span>
<\/span><\/li> - 2 Weeks PTO<\/span><\/span>
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