New Jersey Courts · 8 hours ago
Court Interpreter (Conditional, 1, or 2)
Elizabeth, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $97K/yrNew Jersey Courts is a large organization committed to maintaining high standards of service and integrity. They are seeking a Court Interpreter who is bilingual in English and Spanish, responsible for interpreting and translating during court proceedings and related events.
GovernmentLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Interpret court events in the simultaneous, consecutive and sight modes, whether on site, telephonically or virtually in accordance with the Code of Conduct and all other applicable requirements
Translate signage and vicinage documents as requested
Assist with the contracting of freelance interpreters, as well as the processing of vouchers, statistical reports, TIVD, ADA accommodations, and other tasks requested by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Ability to interpret in the three modes of interpretation (sight, consecutive, simultaneous)
Familiarity with courtroom protocols
Adherence to the highest ethical standards
Ability to produce translations of signage and other documents
Assistance in the procurement and assignment of contract interpreters and related paperwork
Collecting and entering data in the automated record keeping system
Providing training to staff as needed
Participation in study and training events to develop and maintain interpreting and translation skills
Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with all levels of Judiciary staff
Eligible applicants are court interpreters approved by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)
Must pass the translation test administered by the AOC prior to translating documents
Possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position
Must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations
Must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting
Must establish and maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey within one year of hiring
Company
New Jersey Courts
New Jersey Courts is a government institution that offers legal proceedings, criminal trials, assistance and case resolution.
Founded in 1947
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Antoinette Rinaldi
DIRECTOR HUDSON COUNTY IDRC
Gilberto Velasquez
Assistant Chief Probation Officer
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