District Translator #79-24 - Newport Beach, United States - Newport-Mesa Unified School District

Newport-Mesa Unified School District

Verified Company

Newport Beach, United States

5 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications:

THE VACANCY:

Current vacancies:

Education Services Division
Russian (working 8 hours per day,5 days per week, 12 months per year).

Special Education Department

Spanish (working 8 hours per day,5 days per week, 11 months per year off July and first part of August when school is not in session).

BASIC FUNCTION:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:

bachelor's degree in social services, international studies, education, business or a related field and three years experience in translating and interpreting complex, preferably school or social services-related, material.

LICENSES OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Class C driver's license.
Incumbents are required to speak, read and write in the designated second language
(Spanish or Russian)

Examination Procedures And Information:

THE EXAMINATION:

Exam Weight

Supplemental Questions
:Qualifying

Written Translation Examination
:
Pass/Fail

Simultaneous Translation Performance Examination
:
Pass/Fail
Qualifications Appraisal Interview
:100%

Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

Responsibilities:

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide expertise for significant oral and written translations to and from English to a designated second language.

Prepare written and oral translations of Individual Education Programs, technical, educational, legal and general materials for Special Education and other departments.

Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.

Speak and translate at a variety of District, IEP and public meetings with attorneys, community members, parents, advocates, staff members, etc.

Provide simultaneous interpretations at District meetings using headphones and microphones.

Review complex translated material submitted by District personnel and edit for accuracy of meaning, grammar and syntax as directed.

Explain word meaning and phrases and serve as a technical resource to other District personnel.

Operate a variety of office equipment such as computers and appropriate software, phones, faxes and overhead projectors.

Interpret at complex expulsion hearings, advisory committee meetings, Board of Education meetings, and conferences with others such as psychologists, speech therapists, doctors, audiologists, children's services agency's representatives, and others as requested and keep appropriate records for future reference.

Attend and participate in a variety of in-service training programs as assigned.

Represent District at a variety of school and community meetings; attend and participate in workshops and conferences as assigned.

Translate complex District policies, forms, notices and correspondence.

Drive a vehicle from site to site.

OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Accurate and concise written and spoken translation from English to a designated second language.
Modern office practices, including the use of a computer.
Recordkeeping techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Cultural sensitivity.
Record keeping and report preparation techniques.
District organization, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Public speaking techniques.
Simultaneous translation from English to a designated second language.
Idiomatic expressions of English and a designated second language.
ABILITY TO:
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and a designated second language.
Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Operate a computer, software and a variety of office equipment.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Prepare and present oral presentations.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Read, interpret and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Meet timelines and schedules.
Speak to small and large groups regarding District, student and educational issues.
Edit and proofread complex materials.
Work confidentially and with discretion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Constant interruptions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.