Translator

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more

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• This position primarily involves providing Spanish-to-English and
  
  

English-to-Spanish translation and interpretation services for the

District teams during student due process meetings, hearings, staff

meetings, parent calls, and training. They may also interpret during the

Governing Board and District community meetings and events. This

position will also translate documents, forms, and presentations. They

will be responsible for the preparation and completion of the final

product. When necessary, one must have the ability to work with minimum

supervision.**

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• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**\
  
  

Translates written documents, including emails, forms, letters, notices,

recipes and nutrition information, academic materials, newsletters, and

program materials\

Translates and interprets due process items to include IEPs/504s,

disciplinary hearings, Exceptional Student Services meetings,

informational sessions, and training conferences\

Provides great customer service to District staff and community\

Ensure translations maintain accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and

confidentiality\

Work closely with the Child Nutrition team to support staff and program

initiatives and operational needs regarding communication\

Stay informed about updates in policies, language translation best

practices, and technological tools relevant to the role\

Prepares materials for publication, and reads materials to detect errors

in spelling, punctuation, etc.\

Attends school and District community meetings as required for

interpretive responsibilities, interpreting consecutively and/or

simultaneously\

Have reliable transportation to regularly commute between District sites

and work flexible hours to occasionally accommodate evening and weekend

events and meetings\

Additional duties as assigned

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• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:**\
  
  

Bachelors Degree in English, Spanish, Linguistics, or related field\

Demonstrated fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish,

including the ability to accurately interpret and translate complex

information, conduct clear and effective communication, and understand

nuanced language and cultural contexts in both languages\

1 year experience as a translator/interpreter (English/Spanish,

Spanish/English)

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• PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:**\
  
  

Experience with LINQ/TITAN Foodservice Management Software\

Experience in an educational, medical or legal setting\

2 or more years of experience as a translator/interpreter

(English/Spanish, Spanish/English)

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Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of:**\
  
  

Department organization, methods, standards and practices.\

Federal and state laws and regulations governing the preparation,

storage and dissemination of food.\

School food service language, including standardized recipes and

allergen information, kitchen equipment identification\

Effective telephone etiquette

Skilled in:\

High-level translation and interpretation of English and Spanish\

Regular interpretation in front of large audiences (20-70 people)\

General office duties\

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• Ability to:**\
  
  

Interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other

maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside of the District\

Demonstrate fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish,

including the ability to accurately interpret and translate complex

information, conduct clear and effective communication, and understand

nuanced language and cultural contexts in both languages\

Operate computer and district technology, including Foodservice

Management Software\

Prioritize multiple tasks, work under stress, take direction, and work

with frequent interruptions\

Communicate with others in a clear and concise manner.\

Work independently with minimal supervision

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• Core Competencies:**\
  
  

\* Teamwork \* Planning Ahead \* Developing Others \* Communication