Interpreter - Spanish (Full-Time, Part-Time and IPT) Job at Sacramento Superior Court
Court Interpreters perform a wide variety of language interpretation activities for the Superior Courts of California and for parties to proceedings, including witnesses, defendants, attorneys, other court personnel and the public.
Court Interpreters are employed by the Court in accordance with the Trial Court Interpreter Employment and Labor Relations Act (SB 371). The probationary period for this classification is 130 days.
This is a continuous posting and applications will be accepted until further notice.
- Interprets from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
- Makes sight translations of documents for the benefit of the court including, but not limited to, court petitions, reports, waivers, felony disposition statement forms and other documents.
- Interprets for judges, attorneys, court staff and other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
- Notifies the court of any issues or situations that may impede the interpreters' performance.
- Researches and understands terminology used in court and functions of the court which may include but not be limited to legal, technological, scientific and/or medical terminology.
- Reviews the daily docket and receives daily calendar assignments from the Trial Court Interpreter Coordinator (or other) and accurately completes daily activity logs, or other documentation as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability to: Orally convey the meaning from and into English and the applicable non-English language by interpreting in the simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation modes, the meaning must be conveyed accurately, not editing, summarizing, adding meaning, or omitting; correct usage of grammar and vocabulary of English and non-English language specified, provided the source language speaker is using correct grammar and vocabulary; interpret accurately and remain impartial including in adversarial and emotionally charged situations; understand legal concepts and forensic terminology in both English and non-English language(s); familiarity with the general range of regional and cultural variations in the specified language; conduct ongoing research into variations in terminology and usage of the specified language; use office equipment, including computer, telephone and copiers, as required by the assignment; use of transmitter and receiver equipment provided by the court for simultaneous interpretation; understand and adhere to California statutes, Rules of Court and applicable personnel rules concerning court interpretation; adhere to interpreter ethics and standards, as stipulated in California Rules of Court Rule 2.890, Professional Conduct for Interpreters; interact professionally and cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with Courtroom protocol.
- Flexibility in meeting multiple demands.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. Must be able to pass a criminal history information background check.
2. Possession of a valid Class "C" Driver's License, or the equivalent, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
The following is an explanation of the benefits, which apply to those employed in regular or limited-term positions:
Vacation: Vacation with pay varies depending upon the employee representation unit. New employees typically earn 10 days per year and accrual rates normally increase according to years of service.
Holidays: The Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento recognizes 14 holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.
Sick Leave: Employees accrue 4.6 hours per bi-weekly pay period, equivalent to 15 days per year.
Parental Leave: Employees with at least 1 year of service are eligible for paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Retirement: Employees are covered by the Sacramento County Employee's Retirement System (SCERS) and Social Security.
Group Health Insurance: The Court offers several choices of employee and dependent health insurance coverage, with a significant portion paid by the employer.
Dental and Vision Services Plan: Employee and dependent dental and vision insurance plans are provided at no cost.
Life Insurance: Basic employee life insurance is provided at no cost to the employee with additional optional life insurance available at the employee's cost.
Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts: The ability to deduct a portion of your salary before taxes to apply toward medical expenses and/or child care expenses.
Deferred Compensation: The Court offers a Deferred Compensation Program.
Sacramento Credit Union: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic savings plans through payroll deduction.
Tuition Reimbursement: The Court reimburses up to $2,400.00 dollars of an employee's educational expenses as outlined in its Tuition Reimbursement policy.
Long Term Disability: A Long Term Disability (LTD) plan is provided at no cost to employees.
Transit Subsidy: The Court provides a transit subsidy to eligible employees based on current policy.
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