American Sign Language Interpreter, Student Health

The University of Virginia's number one ranked Department of Student Health and Wellness (SHW) provides a comprehensive range of medical, mental health, well-being, and disability support services to all enrolled undergraduate and graduate students. The University of Virginia’s Student Disability Access Center (SDAC), a unit within the Department of Student Health and Wellness, is seeking a skilled ASL/English Interpreter to facilitate equal access and effective communication across academic and campus environments. The ASL/English Interpreter will provide services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors in classrooms, meetings, events, and other university activities. This position will work closely with SDAC’s Assistant Director of d/Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ASL/English interpreting services for complex, specialized, and academically rigorous content in a variety of academic and professional settings, including classrooms, meetings, events, and other university activities.
• Interpret accurately and effectively, conveying the meaning, intent, tone, and register of all participants while supporting full access and engagement.
• Develop familiarity with assigned courses, subject matter, and communication preferences through ongoing preparation and collaboration with applicable students, faculty, and/or staff.
• Review course materials, terminology, and other resources to ensure effective and accurate service delivery.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, disability services personnel, and interpreter colleagues to support communication access and continuity of services.
• Adhere to the RID/NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct, maintaining confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards.
• Participate in professional development and continuing education activities to maintain and enhance interpreting competency.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in supporting a dynamic university environment, including occasional evening or weekend assignments.
• Contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative campus community
• Contribute to the SHW and SDAC teams ongoing work to support students through presence in meetings, events, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School or equivalent required; Completion of accredited interpreter training program required.
• Experience: 3+ years relevant experience required.
• Licensure: National certification as an ASL-English interpreter (RID, NIC, BEI, or equivalent certification).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing interpreting services in academic, postsecondary, or other complex professional environments.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex, specialized, and academically rigorous content with accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong preparation skills, including the ability to review and master specialized terminology and subject matter.
• Knowledge of interpreting ethics, professional standards, and best practices.
• Experience working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and interpreting colleagues.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in higher education settings, designated interpreting, or specialized academic, research, healthcare, or technical environments is highly valued.

Physical Demands

Job requires frequently traveling (distance: minimum 1 mile/daily). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Salary Range

• The anticipated hiring range is $40.00 - $50.00/hourly, commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is a part time non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.
• Assignments mainly will occur during daytime hours, however, may include occasional evening events.
• Individual assignments may range from one hour to multiple consecutive hours.

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Application Timeline

Application review will begin September 8, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0086318. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application with the following documents:  

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF.   Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. 

Contact

• For questions about the position, please contact Sarah Humphreys, [email protected].
• For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, [email protected].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.