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Kansas Office of Judicial Administration · 1 month ago

Language Access Program Manager - Office of Judicial Administration

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$84K/yr - $93K/yr

2+ years exp

The Kansas Office of Judicial Administration is responsible for overseeing statewide language access initiatives. The Language Access Program Manager will develop and administer resources and programs to ensure effective language access within the judicial branch.

ConsultingGovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary language access coordinator for the statewide judicial branch and fulfill all related responsibilities outlined in relevant rules, laws, and regulations

Develop language access resources, programs, and educational materials

Revise forms, publications, and website content

Develop and maintain interpreter information and resource materials

Establish systems for tracking language access metrics

Provide training on language access topics

Provide technical assistance, support to, and coordination for judges and employees

Analyze pertinent laws, court rules, and court policies and procedures

Propose, draft, and implement necessary court rules and procedural changes to ensure effective and consistent implementation of language access programs

Oversee fiscal and contractual commitments

Coordinate, facilitate, and/or participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, and other related events to receive and convey information about language access

Assess and develop data collection practices, statistical measures, reports, and surveys to inform programmatic changes

Assist courts with language access planning

Oversee implementation of goals outlined in the statewide language access plan

Staff the Supreme Court’s Language Access Committee

Support other access to justice projects on an as-needed basis

Qualification

Language access coordinationCourt interpreting knowledgeProgram planning experienceGrant administrationAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyBilingual in EnglishSpanishProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Social Sciences, Languages, Interpreting & Translation, or a related field

At least two years of experience in a related field

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

A valid driver's license

Knowledge of court interpreting and translation practices

Knowledge of plain language principles

Experience with program planning and reporting, grant administration, court and governmental protocols, and criminal and civil justice processes

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to language access

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills