Court Interpreter (Conditional, 1, or 2)

New Jersey Courts is a strong team dedicated to serving the public with integrity and fairness. They are seeking a Court Interpreter who is bilingual in English and Spanish or Portuguese, responsible for interpreting court proceedings and translating documents while adhering to ethical standards.

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

Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, and/or bilingual in English and Portuguese
• Able to interpret in the three modes of interpretation (sight, consecutive, simultaneous)
• Familiar with courtroom protocols
• Adhere to the highest ethical standards
• Able to produce translations of signage and other documents, either in draft or final form
• 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
• Possess excellent time management and interpersonal skills
• Able 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
• Driver's license valid in New Jersey if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position
• Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations
• Newly hired employees 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

Benefits

• REMOTE WORK : The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings.

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