Supervising Court Interpreter
Supervising Court Interpreter
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ABOUT THE COURT
Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. Its 580 judges and commissioners work in one of the 36 facilities within the Courts 12 judicial districts and are supported by more than 4800 fulltime Court employees. The Court has an annual budget of more than $1 billion. Located in Southern California Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nations largest counties covering 4752 square miles and with overresidents is also one of its most populous counties.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Ready to lead a team that ensures fairness and accessibility in the courtroom As a Supervising Court Interpreter youll be at the heart of legal proceedings orchestrating a seamless language experience for limited English proficiency individuals. This dynamic role lets you shape interpreter services mentor skilled professionals and optimize courtroom communication while ensuring justice remains accessible to all. If youre passionate about leadership language and making a tangible impact. Step into a role where every word matters and every decision drives fairnessjoin us today!Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and Inspire a Team of Expert Court Interpreters Guide a talented team of interpreters fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence in courtroom language services.
- Strategically Deploy Language Experts Manage scheduling and assignments to ensure interpreters are placed where the needs of the court are greatest keeping courtroom operations running smoothly.
- Champion Interpreter Development Conduct training and provide mentorship to build a highly skilled interpreting workforce enhancing accuracy and efficiency in legal proceedings.
- Optimize Courtroom Communication Monitor language needs in realtime and assign interpreters throughout the day to ensure seamless highquality language access for all court users.
- Be a Trusted Policy Leader Shape and implement interpreter service policies that uphold fairness efficiency and accessibility in legal settings.
- Act as a Liaison Between Courts and Language Experts Serve as the critical link between court administration and interpreters ensuring alignment in service expectations and courtroom needs.
For a detailed job description please click here.TELEWORK OPPORTUNITIES
This position is eligible for telework opportunities following an initial training period.
THE COURT OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS- Comprehensive benefits plan with options for medical dental vision disabilitydependent care spending accounts and life insurance
- Deferred compensation plans 457 with up to 4 salary match
- Retirement plan through LA County Employees Retirement Association
- Paid sick and vacation leave
- 14 paid holidays
- Bereavement leave
- Mileage and parking reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Unlimited paid jury duty leave
- Reciprocity relationship between certain public retirement systems in California
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSTo qualify you must meet the following selection requirements at the time of application:
- A current valid certificate as a certified or registered Court Interpreter issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California; AND
- Three 3 years of fulltime interpreting in a legal environment one 1 year of which must have been in a State and/or Federal Court
Note:Credit for experience is given based on a 40hour workweek. Parttime experience is credited on a parttime ratio i.e. working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS- Experience supervising a team preferably for a public entity
- Familiarity and understanding of daily court operations policies and procedures
- Ability to handle conflict with tact and diplomacy
- Experience working in a confidential environment handling sensitive information
- Comfortable to proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel and Outlook; and comfortable with learning new systems
- Knowledge of California Trial Court Act and other applicable laws
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXTQualifying evaluation of experience and certification based upon submitted application materials and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be placed on an eligible list which will remain valid for up to six 6 months and may be invited to participate in an oral interview.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
For general application information please access the Online Employment Application Guide.Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.
Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
