The United States District Court for the District of Arizona is currently seeking a full-time, permanent court interpreter position located in the Tucson Clerk's Office.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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The incumbent provides Spanish-English interpretation services in all type of matters before the court as well as translation of documents. The tasks to be performed are very complex, calling for a wide range of well-developed interpreting and interpersonal skills. The choice of which interpreting technique is required, consecutive, simultaneous, or sight, is governed by the particular situation. Travel within the state of Arizona will be required.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIESDuties will include the following:- Interpreting in the consecutive and simultaneous modes as required during courtroom proceedings.- Translating documents and correspondence to and from the court. - Assisting with the processing of vouchers for contract interpreters.- Providing remote interpretation services via TIP (Telephone Interpreting Program).-Interpreting outside of court for ancillary matters related to the court as directed. - Other duties as assigned.
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Appointment above the JSP 11 level will depend on years of specialized experience and budget restrictions. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has provided the interpreter with the knowledge, skills and abilities to accurately interpret between Spanish and English, without any additions, omissions or changes to the meaning, while maintaining the same register as the speaker. The ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all cases is required. The ability to translate complex documents and correspondence written in a wide variety of registers is also a requirement.
High school diploma or equivalent.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
Applicants must submit the following:- Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.- Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.- A copy of your Federal Court Interpreter Certification issued by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. - Your most recent performance evaluation (preferred) OR a letter of recommendation.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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After we receive application packages (including all required documents) to the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4407449/interpreter. Applications will be reviewed to ensure qualifications and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, applications will be referred to the hiring manager who will determine who may be contacted for an interview.