Foreign Language Interpreter I

Foreign Language Interpreter I

Salary

$41,711.59 - $70,909.70 Annually

Location

Johnston County Public Health Department, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

02632

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

06/23/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Johnston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

The Johnston County Health Department Preventive Health Division has a full-time Foreign Language Interpreter position available.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interpretation for the Preventive Health division and clinical setting; interpret accurately from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish written/verbal language as well as office support functions as assigned. These job duties may include reviewing translated documents for accuracy, creating documents electronically, taking phone messages and returning calls. This position requires working in a variety of clinical areas including pediatrics, obstetrics, adult care and infectious disease and may include home visits or community events/visits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to translate/interpret all verbal information and written materials in English and the foreign language. Basic knowledge of the ethics of interpreting. Ability to assess communication skill level of client and exercise judgment in determining services to be rendered. Ability to understand and interpret information in the various dialects of that language. Working knowledge of the program area. General knowledge of office processes and procedures.

Desired Education and Experience

Graduation from High School or GED and one year of related experience demonstrating a fluency in English and the foreign language(s) necessary to successfully perform assigned job duties; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Additional Information: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position may close at any time.

• Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying, including specific interpreting and translation tasks. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary are based on years of experience. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted. You must document on the application that you worked as an interpreter under the work history. Please document the percentage of time that you worked as an interpreter under each position held.

PLEASE NOTE: Final candidates' subject to pre-employment background check (includes criminal and motor vehicle records).

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

Important Pre-Employment Information:

• If the position requires a degree, official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
• A pre-employment reference check will be conducted.
• A background check may be required and may include criminal history, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry checks, pre-employment drug screening, SBI fingerprinting, and, if applicable, a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) check.
• A conviction record does not automatically disqualify you from employment, unless otherwise required by state law. Each situation is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Johnston County provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.

Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost!

Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more! To learn more, visit www.myjcbenefits.com

• This description applies to benefits eligible positions.

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Do you have experience working as a Spanish Interpreter?

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Do you have experience working in a medical facility?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to translate written documentation Spanish to and from English?

• Yes
• No

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Are you efficient in the use of Google Docs?

• Yes
• No

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Rate your level of medical interpreting experience?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Proficient
• Expert

Required Question

Employer Johnston County

Department Public Health Address 517 N. Brightleaf Blvd.

Smithfield, 27577

Phone (919) 989-5200

Website https://www.johnstonnc.gov/health/