Job Summary:

The Interpreter and Translator will convert oral speech and written text from one language to another in a variety of contexts.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Carefully listens to or reads contentincluding jargon and acronymsin the original language.
• Understands and analyzes what is being said or written, and effectively and accurately translates the message, intent, and nuances being communicated.
• Reproduces statements or questions in the desired output language.
• Facilitates effective communication among individuals, companies, courts, schools, or other interested parties.
• Provides simultaneous interpretation (SI) or consecutive interpretation (CI) depending on the desired outcome.
• Uses equipment such as microphones or headsets to ensure precise and timely translations or interpretations.
• Gathers, develops, and maintains lists of terminology and information that may be used in technical translations such as legal or medical materials.
• Protects the confidentiality of information and adheres to any related ethical or professional codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Fluency in and thorough understanding of the primary language(s) being translated.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills in the applicable languages.
• Excellent listening skills and auditory recall to remember spoken words and to accurately reproduce them in the desired language.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to appropriately understand and respond to culturally sensitive situations, perspectives, and phrases.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in intense situations.

Education and Experience:

• Fluency in multiple languages required; preferred languages will be specified.
• Bachelors degree preferred.
• At least three years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.