Superior Court of California, County of Monterey · 1 day ago
Court Interpreter - Spanish
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe Superior Court of California, County of Monterey is seeking a Court Interpreter fluent in Spanish. The role involves performing a wide variety of language interpretation activities for court proceedings and related services, ensuring accurate communication between parties and court personnel.
Judiciary
Responsibilities
Interprets from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court
Makes sight translations for the benefit of the court of documents including, but not limited to, court petitions, reports, waives, felony disposition statement forms, and other documents in court proceedings
Interprets for judges, attorneys, court staff, and other court-related departments at the direction of the court
Interprets between languages in court proceedings
Brings to the court's attention any items that may impede the interpreters' performance
Researches and understands legal terminology used in court and functions of the court
Completes activity logs, and/or other documentation as required
Qualification
Required
Possess and maintain a valid Certificate as a 'Certified Court Interpreter' issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California or registered as a Court Interpreter by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California
Experience which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge Of English and applicable non-English grammar and vocabulary provided the source language speaker is using correct grammar and vocabulary
Knowledge Of legal concepts and forensic terminology in both English and non-English language specified
Knowledge Of the general range of regional and cultural variations in the specified language
Knowledge Of interpreter ethics and standards, as stipulated in California Rules of Court Rule, 984.4, Professional Conduct for Interpreters
Skill And Ability To orally convey the meaning from and into English and the applicable non-English language by interpreting in the simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation modes, conveying the meaning accurately, not editing, summarizing, adding meaning, or omitting
Skill And Ability To concentrate and deliver interpreting services in a busy and fast-paced environment
Skill And Ability To adjust to speakers with differing voices and accents at varying rates of speed
Skill And Ability To interpret accurately and remain impartial including in sometimes adversarial and emotionally charged situations
Skill And Ability To conduct ongoing research into variations in terminology and usage of the specified language
Skill And Ability To use office equipment, including computer, telephone, and copiers, as required by the assignment; and transmitter and receiver equipment provided by the court for simultaneous interpretation
Skill And Ability To understand and adhere to California statutes, rules of court, and applicable personnel rules concerning court interpretation
Skill And Ability To interact professionally and cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work
Benefits
Retirement: Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
Holidays: 13 days per year:
Vacation: Accrues at the rate of 3.7 hours per pay period. The accrual rate increases after 3, 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service
Sick Leave: Provides salary continuation for absence due to illness and is earned at 3.08 hours per pay period.
Educational Leave: Up to 16 hours unpaid leave per calendar year
Medical, Dental, & Vision Care: Flexible Spending Account: available benefits – medical/dental/vision, prescription drugs and dependent coverage
Life Insurance: $50,000 term life insurance policy
Interpreter Continuing Education (CIMCE): Up to $750.00 every two years subject to eligibility requirements
Reimbursement for State Certification and Licenses subject to eligibility requirements
Deferred Compensation: A deferred compensation program is available.
Company
Superior Court of California, County of Monterey
Monterey County Courthouse Completed 1878 The military and social capital of Alta California during Spanish and Mexican rule, the town of Monterey naturally became the county seat when the 27 original counties were formed in, 1850.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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