American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter - Pool Recruitment

Classification:  Hourly Interpreter/Realtime Captioner/Computer Aided Transcriber
Hours:  Part-Time Hourly as needed
FLSA:  Non-exempt 

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:  $45 - $75 per hour commensurate with experience
CSU Salary Schedule
*CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date:  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as submitted
Recruitment Status:  Open Until Filled

Employment with the California State University System

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. 

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. 

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 22 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Student Disability and Accessibility Resources (SDAC) Director, incumbents facilitate communication between Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Deaf-Blind, and hearing consumers in the campus community for the purpose of providing communication access in classrooms, study groups, student activities and events, field trips, and meetings with faculty and staff. Interpreters may also interpret for university functions, workshops, lectures, performances and commencement ceremonies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides in-person and remote interpreting services for classroom lectures and other presentations and events from English into Sign Language (American Sign Language (ASL), signed English, transliterating, and/or another manual sign system based on the needs of the consumer), simultaneously with the presentation. Ensure that register, tone, intent, and content of the message is conveyed accurately. As determined by SDAC, may be scheduled for preparation hours in anticipation of exceptionally difficult interpreting assignments.
• Translates responses from sign language into English.
• Provides in-person and remote interpreting services for short-term individual assignments which may include conferences, meetings, and other university- or academic-related events/activities from English into Sign Language (American Sign Language (ASL), signed English, transliterating, and/or another manual sign system based on the needs of the consumer), simultaneously with the presentation. Ensure that register, tone, intent, and content of the message is conveyed accurately. As determined by SDAC, may be scheduled for preparation hours in anticipation of exceptionally difficult interpreting assignments.
• Interprets in-person at special events such as field trips, student-teacher conferences, Student Housing and Residential Life events, special meetings, and other CSUMB-affiliated events. Aids students in other situations where translation may be required, as determined by SDAC.
• Attends SDAC meetings, as requested. Participates in mandatory on-line campus-wide training.  Maintains an accurate record monthly of hours worked as well as prep time, to include specific time and hours they take place, as well as students served.

Other Functions:

1. Follows policies and procedures established by SDAC, CSUMB, and/or the CSU.
2. Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the process of interpretation; ASL and/or an English sign system as required by the student(s) or the assignment; the methods and techniques used in communicating with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing consumers; the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct; the vocabulary used in the courses to which the interpreter is assigned; and a demonstrated knowledge of Deaf Culture. Thorough knowledge of the interpreting process; demonstrated understanding of the special communication needs of Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing consumers; comprehensive understanding of Deaf Culture; working knowledge of platform interpreting techniques; and specific knowledge of specialized vocabulary and techniques used in interpreting professional and technical subject matter.

Ability to hear spoken English and use ASL, Signed English, and/or another manual sign system to effectively generate language; interpret and transliterate between ASL and sign systems and spoken English at a speed required by the assignment with may involve a variety of settings such as a classroom, conference, and/or one-on-one meeting; collaborate effectively with interpreter team; and work with students from diverse backgrounds. Must be able to: interpret effectively at a level requiring unique terminology and language; effectively shift between manual sign system to spoken English and vice versa in highly interactive situations such as discussions, workshops, and seminars and platform settings; interpret difficult and complex terms, concepts, ideas and emotions; learn unique subject matter, theories, and terminology; provide accurate, thorough, and comprehensive services; and be responsive to students communication needs and preferences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Generally, wide acquaintance with academic higher education through attendance at or graduation from a four year college or university may be essential to provide interpreting services and fully comprehend and accurately interpret the concepts, language, and vocabulary used in the assigned instructional, academic, and/or administrative situations. In addition, two years of relevant documented interpreting experience in a variety of settings usually are needed to perform at the level required for position assignments.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS:

Fundamental knowledge of the interpreting process; fluency in American Sign Language and other manual systems; demonstrated understanding of the communication needs of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing consumers; working knowledge of academic vocabulary in a variety of subjects; skilled in terminology, language, instruction, concept, theory, and emotion to convey all aspects of the lecture, teaching material, and activities; responsiveness to consumers’ communication needs and preferences. Thorough knowledge of Deaf culture and ability to convey complex concepts and adapt sign vocabulary to student needs and language preferences. Customer/Client Focus with an emphasis in problem solving and resolution and the ability to be responsive to student, consumer or client’s needs and instructional goals. Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory, interpreting methodologies, ethics, business practices, the mentoring process and culture. Ability to collaborate effectively with an interpreter team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification from the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and/or certification from the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), or comparable certification. 

Thorough knowledge of Deaf culture; knowledge and experience with manual and oral interpreting/transliteration techniques in higher education.

Technical fluency with Canvas LMS; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google mail and calendaring programs.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
• The person holding this position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097​ as a condition of employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083  as a condition of employment. 
• This position has been designated as a sensitive position with access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards.
• This position will have responsibilities that require the employee to possess a license, credential or other certification in order to meet minimum job qualifications and/or to qualify for continued employment.
  Specify license, credential or certification required:  RID Certificate or equivalent
• May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Primarily classroom environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires a mix of standing and sitting for the duration of a class session. May require travel between campus classrooms and possibly to off-campus locations.

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.  

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. The position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time.  May require travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. 

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.  

BENEFITS/PERKS: 

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit the Employee Benefits Summary. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable housing near main campus. The allocation of housing is subject to several factors, including availability, eligibility criteria, and specific program guidelines. For more information, visit: https://csumb.edu/corporation/employee-housing

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To receive full consideration, applicants must complete and submit the required online application by the priority screening date listed on the Careers at CSUMB website. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the University’s discretion. All submitted materials become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing[email protected]

All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/.

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.