Temporary Sign Language Interpreter

Job Description

Montgomery College, all campuses, seek candidates for temporary ASL Interpreters. Need for this position is situational and applications are reviewing on a rolling basis as needed.  Please note, a position may not be actively available at the time you apply.

Temporary Interpreter positions are non-bargaining and non-exempt. For non-exempt positions, you are not eligible to work a secondary job at Montgomery College.  Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness.

Primary responsibilities are to provide interpreting/transliterating in a variety of situations related to the educational/accessibility needs of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing students campus-wide.

This is a part-time, temporary position without benefits and is funded through June 30, 2027. Employment continuation beyond this period is contingent upon need and funding. Part-time, temporary positions are not eligible to work more than 25 hours per week.

Required Qualifications:

·      ·Associate's degree.

·       Experience in interpreting.

·       Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and/or other communication modes used by Deaf individuals.

·       Knowledge of RID/NAD Code of Ethics and Deaf Culture (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf/National Association of the Deaf).

·       Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ·     · RID Certification.
• ·       Bachelor’s Degree.
• ·       Experience interpreting in a college setting.
• ·       Knowledge of Math, English and a wide range of college subjects.
• Skills Assessment: Interpreters are evaluated based on their educational background and previous interpreting experience. A screening simulation to evaluate receptive and expressive skills and ability to render the message accurately is included in this evaluation process.
• Pay Rates are calculated based on ability, experience and certification.
• For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
• As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire: Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
• If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu .  We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.
• Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.
• Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.
• Closing Date
• Open Until Filled