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District Translator #79-24 (English/Russian or English/Spanish)
$60k-81k (estimate)
Full Time | Elementary & Secondary Education
2 Months Ago
Newport-Mesa Unified School District is Hiring a District Translator #79-24 (English/Russian or English/Spanish) Near Costa Mesa, CA
THE VACANCY:
This recruitment is open and continuous, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.
Current vacancies:
Please apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nmusd.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, perform and supervise major oral and written translations from English to a designated second language; prepare reports and disseminate spoken and written information at District and public meetings, to parent groups and outside agencies; provide written and simultaneous oral translation for complex District, Special Education and legal meetings and programs; assist in screening the oral and written language qualifications of candidates for advanced biliterate positions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in social services, international studies, education, business or a related field and three years experience in translating and interpreting complex, preferably school or social services-related, material.
LICENSES OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Class C driver's license.
Incumbents are required to speak, read and write in the designated second language
(Spanish or Russian)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide expertise for significant oral and written translations to and from English to a designated second language.
Prepare written and oral translations of Individual Education Programs, technical, educational, legal and general materials for Special Education and other departments.
Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.
Speak and translate at a variety of District, IEP and public meetings with attorneys, community members, parents, advocates, staff members, etc.
Provide simultaneous interpretations at District meetings using headphones and microphones.
Review complex translated material submitted by District personnel and edit for accuracy of meaning, grammar and syntax as directed.
Explain word meaning and phrases and serve as a technical resource to other District personnel.
Operate a variety of office equipment such as computers and appropriate software, phones, faxes and overhead projectors.
Assist in screening the oral and written language qualifications of candidates for advanced biliterate positions; conduct assessments of special education translators to assure
Interpret at complex expulsion hearings, advisory committee meetings, Board of Education meetings, and conferences with others such as psychologists, speech therapists, doctors, audiologists, children's services agency's representatives, and others as requested and keep appropriate records for future reference.
Attend and participate in a variety of in-service training programs as assigned.
Represent District at a variety of school and community meetings; attend and participate in workshops and conferences as assigned.
Translate complex District policies, forms, notices and correspondence.
Drive a vehicle from site to site.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Office environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
HAZARDS:
Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
Ewing Consulting, Inc. August 2016
This recruitment is open and continuous, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.
Current vacancies:
- Education Services Division - Russian (working 8 hours per day,5 days per week, 12 months per year).
- Special Education Department - Spanish (working 8 hours per day,5 days per week, 11 months per year - off July and first part of August when school is not in session).
Please apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nmusd.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, perform and supervise major oral and written translations from English to a designated second language; prepare reports and disseminate spoken and written information at District and public meetings, to parent groups and outside agencies; provide written and simultaneous oral translation for complex District, Special Education and legal meetings and programs; assist in screening the oral and written language qualifications of candidates for advanced biliterate positions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in social services, international studies, education, business or a related field and three years experience in translating and interpreting complex, preferably school or social services-related, material.
LICENSES OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Class C driver's license.
Incumbents are required to speak, read and write in the designated second language
(Spanish or Russian)
THE EXAMINATION:
Exam Weight
Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
Written Translation Examination: Pass/Fail
Simultaneous Translation Performance Examination: Pass/Fail
Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%
Exam Weight
Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
Written Translation Examination: Pass/Fail
Simultaneous Translation Performance Examination: Pass/Fail
Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%
The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.
An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill open positions during the life of the list.
Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.
Since this position is open and continuous, we will be having the first round of the virtual written examination and virtual performance examination tentatively the week of April 15th. The virtual qualifications appraisal interview (oral exam) is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 29th.You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment. We will be accepting applications and holding rounds of examinations until the position is filled.
Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.
If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com domains to your safe senders list. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide expertise for significant oral and written translations to and from English to a designated second language.
Prepare written and oral translations of Individual Education Programs, technical, educational, legal and general materials for Special Education and other departments.
Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.
Speak and translate at a variety of District, IEP and public meetings with attorneys, community members, parents, advocates, staff members, etc.
Provide simultaneous interpretations at District meetings using headphones and microphones.
Review complex translated material submitted by District personnel and edit for accuracy of meaning, grammar and syntax as directed.
Explain word meaning and phrases and serve as a technical resource to other District personnel.
Operate a variety of office equipment such as computers and appropriate software, phones, faxes and overhead projectors.
Assist in screening the oral and written language qualifications of candidates for advanced biliterate positions; conduct assessments of special education translators to assure
Interpret at complex expulsion hearings, advisory committee meetings, Board of Education meetings, and conferences with others such as psychologists, speech therapists, doctors, audiologists, children's services agency's representatives, and others as requested and keep appropriate records for future reference.
Attend and participate in a variety of in-service training programs as assigned.
Represent District at a variety of school and community meetings; attend and participate in workshops and conferences as assigned.
Translate complex District policies, forms, notices and correspondence.
Drive a vehicle from site to site.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Accurate and concise written and spoken translation from English to a designated second language.
Modern office practices, including the use of a computer.
Record-keeping techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Cultural sensitivity.
Record keeping and report preparation techniques.
District organization, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Public speaking techniques.
Simultaneous translation from English to a designated second language.
Idiomatic expressions of English and a designated second language.
Modern office practices, including the use of a computer.
Record-keeping techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Cultural sensitivity.
Record keeping and report preparation techniques.
District organization, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Public speaking techniques.
Simultaneous translation from English to a designated second language.
Idiomatic expressions of English and a designated second language.
ABILITY TO:
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and a designated second language.
Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Operate a computer, software and a variety of office equipment.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Prepare and present oral presentations.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Read, interpret and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Meet timelines and schedules.
Speak to small and large groups regarding District, student and educational issues.
Edit and proofread complex materials.
Work confidentially and with discretion.
WORKING CONDITIONS:ENVIRONMENT:Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Operate a computer, software and a variety of office equipment.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Prepare and present oral presentations.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Read, interpret and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Meet timelines and schedules.
Speak to small and large groups regarding District, student and educational issues.
Edit and proofread complex materials.
Work confidentially and with discretion.
Office environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
HAZARDS:
Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
Ewing Consulting, Inc. August 2016
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Elementary & Secondary Education
SALARY
$60k-81k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/24/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/31/2024
WEBSITE
eastbluffpta.com
HEADQUARTERS
NEWPORT BEACH, CA
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1966
CEO
RICH RODRIGUEZ
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Elementary & Secondary Education
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