Introduction

**PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY**As a Stateagency, Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) is an affirmative actionand equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to the full inclusion of allqualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, physical ormental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,veteran status or genetic information.Allapplicants must be able to communicate with employees and vendors and possessthe ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Applicants mustbe able to multitask, and travel to various courtrooms and office environmentsthroughout the state. MOPD is further committed to providing equal opportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, itsservices, programs and activities by modifying or adjusting the job applicationprocess or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to theknown applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee be consideredfor the position they desire; to perform the essential functions of theposition in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employmentas are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities,unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. Applicants must be able tooperate a computer, cell phone and other office equipment. Applicants must haveaccess to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If areasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, HumanResources Supervisor, 410-767-8503�tawandal.jackson@maryland.gov.�The Office of the Public Defender is seeking a BilingualInterpreter who is detailed oriented person with experience working witharrested persons, attorneys, law enforcement and courtroom personnel to fill afull time Bilingual Interpreter vacancy available in our Upper Marlboro,Maryland office.���The Bilingual Translator interprets and translates in both consecutive and simultaneous modesfrom English to another language for clients and agency staff. �Interviewsclients in need of State services either in person or via telephone andinterprets and translates verbal information. Translates informationalbrochures, flyers, pamphlets, or other written materials from English toanother language.� Interprets and translates a variety of information,such as medical or financial information, for clients and agency staff.Communicates services provided by agency to non-English speaking members of thecommunity either in person or via telephone.��Bilingual skills are requiredfor this position.� Applicants must be able to speak, read and writeproficiently in both Spanish and English.

GRADE

ASTD8

LOCATION OF POSITION

14735 MainStreet, Suite 272-B, Courthouse, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Main Purpose of Job

An Interviewer/Translator is the full performance level of work interpreting between spoken English and another language in both consecutive and simultaneous modes in a variety of settings in local health departments or State facilities. Employees in this classification interview clients in need of State services and produce translations between English and another language in a variety of forms, documents, reports, and correspondence. Employees in this classification interpret and translate with a high degree of accuracy as these interactions could cause misinterpretations or mistranslations with adverse consequences. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.Employees in this classification receive general supervision from a health professional, administrator or program-level manager. The work may require that employees travel off-site to provide translation services, such as community fairs or home visitations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.Experience: Six months of experience providing formal interpretation and translation services between English and a second language.� Formal interpretation services may include documented work as a volunteer interpreter for a nonprofit, human service or faith-based organization.Notes:1.�Candidates may substitute additional experience interpreting and translating between English and a second language on a year-for-year basis for the required education.2.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in�Linguist or Language Capability�classifications or�Linguist or Language Capability specialty codes in the Linguistic field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in data entry, strongcommunication skills and experience working in a fast-paced retail or officeenvironment.� Customer service experience and a strong interest in workingwith indigent defendants and their families.�

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Bilingual skills are requiredfor this position.� Applicants must be able to speak, read and write proficientlyin both Spanish and English.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please makesure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show thatyou meet the qualifications for this recruitment.� All informationconcerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�Wewill not consider information submitted after this date.�Successfulcandidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified andplaced on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examinationwill consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related tothe requirements of the position.� You may be required to complete aqualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on yourapplication.� Therefore, it is important that you provide complete andaccurate information on your application.� Report all experience andeducation that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

Contractualemployees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and RetireeHealth and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract andwork 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may beeligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and theirdependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25%of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including anyeligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize theremaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll indental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and lifeinsurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.�Leave may be granted to acontractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leaveaccrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hoursper calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

OnlineApplications Preferred.� Please fax all paperapplications and questionnaires to (410) 333-2260.Inquiriesregarding applications and submitting paper applications can be directed to:Office of the Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street,Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD 21202; or by calling (410) 767-8500, toll free:877-430-5187; TTY users call Maryland Relay Service 800-735-2258.� Pleasebe sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and jobannouncement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.�A paper copy ofthe MD State application form and questionnaire can be downloaded from the linkbelow.�As an EqualOpportunity Employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining andpromoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.