Sign Language Interpreter - part-time

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

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Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

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Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Sign Language Interpreter - part-time

Provide interpretation between English and American Sign Language for students, faculty, staff, and guests of the university.

What you'll be doing in this position

 Sign Language Interpreter I

• Skill/Certification levels as noted below (Utah Novice certification)
• Ability to hear auditory information at a normal level with or without auditory aids.
• Ability to hear, comprehend, and retain in working memory, auditory stimuli.
• Arrange seating, standing, or other positioning to ensure unobstructed visual communication.
• Ensure lighting and auditory reception is appropriate to facilitate effective communication.
• Mediate understanding cross culturally and bi-linguistically.
• Inform parties involved when discrepancies in communication exist because of cultural or linguistic variation.
• Provide interpretation for classes of simple complexity
• All classes have to be teamed with a more experienced interpreter

 Sign Language Interpreter II

• Skill/Certification levels as noted below (Utah Professional certification, Utah Master* certification, RID CI* certification, or RID CT* certification

• Ability to hear auditory information at a normal level with or without auditory aids.
• Ability to hear, comprehend, and retain in working memory, auditory stimuli.
• Arrange seating, standing, or other positioning to ensure unobstructed visual communication.
• Ensure lighting and auditory reception is appropriate to facilitate effective communication.
• Mediate understanding cross culturally and bi-linguistically.
• Inform parties involved when discrepancies in communication exist because of cultural or linguistic variation.
• Provide interpretation for classes of moderate complexity
• Can work independently in the course (while compensating for the linguistic acumen of the student)

 Sign Language Interpreter III

• Skill/Certification levels as noted below (RID NIC certification, RID NIC Advanced* certification, RID NIC Master* certification, RID CI* and CT* certifications, Utah Professional certification, Utah Master* certification, RID CI* certification, or RID CT* certification

• Ability to hear auditory information at a normal level with or without auditory aids.
• Ability to hear, comprehend, and retain in working memory, auditory stimuli.
• Arrange seating, standing, or other positioning to ensure unobstructed visual communication.
• Ensure lighting and auditory reception is appropriate to facilitate effective communication.
• Mediate understanding cross culturally and bi-linguistically.
• Inform parties involved when discrepancies in communication exist because of cultural or linguistic variation.
• Provide interpretation for classes of advanced complexity (jargon heavy courses, highly technical courses, etc.)
• Can work independently in the course (while compensating for the linguistic acumen of the student
• Can also mentor interpreters of lower skill.

What qualifies you for this role

Minimum education/experience required:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Preferred: Bachelor or Master degree from an accredited institution in any field of study.

Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications:

Minimum required:  

Sign Language Interpreter I

• Utah Novice certification
• Ability to hear auditory information at a normal level with or without auditory aids.
• Ability to hear, comprehend, and retain in working memory, auditory stimuli.

              Sign Language Interpreter II

• Utah Professional certification, or
• Utah Master* certification, or
• RID CI* certification, or
• RID CT* certification

              Sign Language Interpreter III

• RID NIC certification, or
• RID NIC Advanced* certification or
• RID NIC Master* certification or
• RID CI* and CT* certifications or

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household

• Access to the library

• Free on-campus parking

• Free UTA pass

• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 51

Typical Starting Pay: $28.25-$36.25

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

**If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**