Interpreter-ASL
$93,600–$93,600 year
On-siteOakland, California, United States
Job Summary
Provide accurate ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL interpretation for one-on-one interactions, group settings, and virtual or in-person meetings across education, legal, medical, and social services fields. Utilize Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) and other technologies to deliver high-quality remote services while maintaining strict confidentiality and adherence to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct. Work collaboratively with Deaf individuals, colleagues, and organizational personnel to ensure seamless communication and perform other language support tasks as assigned. Maintain on-call status with notification within 48 hours of potential assignments, requiring physical and mental stamina for extended sessions in remote or on-site environments.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of professional ASL interpreting experience in one or more relevant fields (e.g., education, medical, community, or legal)
- Must hold one or more of the following professional certifications: Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification or Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification, or equivalent
- Fluency in ASL and English, with exceptional comprehension, vocabulary, and cultural awareness
- Thorough understanding of the Deaf culture, and the ability to engage with the Deaf community effectively and respectfully
- Strong ability to manage complex or sensitive communication exchanges with professionalism, discretion, and empathy
- Physical stamina and mental focus for extended interpreting sessions in both remote and in-person environments
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, social awareness, and sensitivity to cultural nuances
- Familiarity with virtual interpreting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or VRI tools) for remote assignments
- Must pass a background check and comply with additional client or project-specific screenings during employment as required
- Travel availability to support on-site assignments when needed
- Must be able to be on-call, Interpreter will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position
- Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time looking at computer screen
- May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays
- May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language (ASL), Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred
- Experience interpreting in high-profile or specialized fields (e.g., federal courts, higher education, or corporate environments)
- Knowledge of tactile interpreting (e.g., for Deaf-Blind clients)
- Fluency in an additional spoken language (e.g., Spanish, French, Mandarin) alongside ASL
- Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification, minimum score of 3
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