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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.
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