Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Lexington, Kentucky
$52,000–$124,800 year
On-siteLexington, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English while maintaining compliance with national, state, or local licensure and FCC regulations. Accurately complete assigned tasks, projects, and paperwork promptly within approved guidelines. Troubleshoot basic technical issues and quickly learn new technologies to support accurate communication. Work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment under team oversight, including call monitoring and mentoring. Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training and demonstrate willingness to complete additional duties on an ongoing basis. Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet industry demands.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to pass our required skills assessment
- A high school diploma or GED
- Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations)
- 3 years' experience working as an interpreter
- Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components
- Regular and predictable attendance
- The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry
- Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment
Desired Qualifications
- An associate's or bachelor's degree
- Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.