What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreign Language Interpreter I position at Johnston County?
The Johnston County Health Department Preventive Health Division has a full-time Foreign Language Interpreter position available.
Interpretation for the Preventive Health division and clinical setting; interpret accurately from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish written/verbal language as well as office support functions as assigned. These job duties may include reviewing translated documents for accuracy, creating documents electronically, taking phone messages and returning calls. This position requires working in a variety of clinical areas including pediatrics, obstetrics, adult care and infectious disease and may include home visits or community events/visits.
Ability to translate/interpret all verbal information and written materials in English and the foreign language. Basic knowledge of the ethics of interpreting. Ability to assess communication skill level of client and exercise judgment in determining services to be rendered. Ability to understand and interpret information in the various dialects of that language. Working knowledge of the program area. General knowledge of office processes and procedures.
Graduation from High School or GED and one year of related experience demonstrating a fluency in English and the foreign language(s) necessary to successfully perform assigned job duties; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Additional Information: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position may close at any time.
*Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying, including specific interpreting and translation tasks. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary are based on years of experience. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted. You must document on the application that you worked as an interpreter under the work history. Please document the percentage of time that you worked as an interpreter under each position held.
PLEASE NOTE: Final candidates’ subject to pre-employment background check (includes criminal and motor vehicle records).
Salary : $40,497 - $68,844