Translator-Interpreter BL - Spanish
Translator-Interpreter BL - Spanish
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Job Summary
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All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave. Lakewood CA 90713.You must have at least one year of experience translating written documents and providing simultaneous oral interpretation services to be considered for this position.Examinations will be administered to assess the ability to effectively translate and interpret includingutilizing a variety of word processing tools and translations equipment.
Under general supervision provide Districtwide oral and written translation services for school sites and District departments; serve as an interpreter for a variety of meetings workshops conferences and special events; perform related duties as assigned. Examples of Duties
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
Provide Districtwide oral and written translation and interpretation of correspondence forms articles legal materials technical manuals and other instructional and education materials from English to a designated second language from clear copy or rough draft; recreate and format documents utilizing a variety of word processing tools such as text boxes headings and graphs. E
Serve as an interpreter for a variety of meetings workshops conferences and special events for District personnel parents and students and provide simultaneous interpretation services; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information; interpret previously taped conversations of meetings as requested. E
Produce idiomatic translations considering the type of material and reader viewpoints; determine most accurate shades of meaning and make corrections as needed; proofread and edit translations for accuracy context readability and style; review proofread and edit the translations of others as requested. E
Answer and receive telephone calls; greet and assist visitors; respond to inquiries regarding District translation and interpretation services and provide general information and assistance to callers and visitors. E
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of office activities such as compiling and duplicating materials inputting data monitoring inventory levels of office supplies filing materials and typing correspondence forms and other materials. E
Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier computer and assigned software; operate headphones and microphones during oral translations; operate transcription equipment as directed; drive a vehicle to conduct work. E
Communicate with District personnel and outside agencies to clarify terms to be translated exchange information coordinate activities and resolve concerns. E
Provide assistance to school sites or departments by reviewing translations performed by site or departmental personnel; provide voiceover narrations in the designated second language for District audio or video recordings. E
Establish and maintain records logs and files related to assigned activities; prepare reports. E
Conduct inservice training for District staff providing oral interpretation or written translation services. E
Attend and participate in a variety of meetings conferences workshops and inservice trainings. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Employment Standards
Knowledge of:
Extensive vocabulary and correct usage grammar syntax spelling and punctuation of English and a designated second language.
Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language. Simultaneous and consecutive interpretation techniques.
Operation of translation equipment such as headphones and microphones.
Operation of standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Modern office practices equipment and procedures.
Ability to:
Read write translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Serve as an interpreter for a variety of Districtwide meetings workshops conferences and special events.
Read review and edit translations.
Recreate and format documents utilizing text boxes headings and graphs.
Operate translation equipment such as headphones and microphones.
Interpret apply and explain policies procedures rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Type and input data at an acceptable rate of speed.
Work independently with little direction.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Maintain records and files.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Education and Training:
Graduation from high school supplemented by collegelevel coursework in a designated second language. An Associates degree in a designated second language is preferred.
Experience:
One year of experience translating written documents and providing simultaneous oral interpretation services. Experience in a school district is preferred.
Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills knowledge or abilities may be considered.
Special Requirements
Valid California Class C drivers license and use of a personal automobile.
SELFCERTIFICATION OF TYPING/KEYBOARDING SKILLS:
This classification requires that incumbents be skilled in typing/keyboarding at a minimum of 40 words per minute. A typing test will not be given. Incumbents must certify in writing that they have such skills at the time of appointment to this class. Demonstrated proficiency will be expected during the probationary period for the class.
The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits discrimination intimidation harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a persons actual or perceived ancestry color disability gender gender expression gender identity immigration status national origin religion race or ethnicity sex sexual orientation or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach Director of Employee Relations 1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CAand Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton Director of Human Resource Services 1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicants training background and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination scored on a jobrelated basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
Employment Type
Full-Time
