Court Interpreter Job at Ninth Judicial Circuit Court, Orlando, FL

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  • Ninth Judicial Circuit Court
  • Orlando, FL

Job Description

The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is a progressive trial court in Central Florida where employees make a difference. Our team of court professionals is richly diverse, with unique perspectives and ideas. We encourage teamwork and individual contribution and pride ourselves on changing attitudes and doing things better. We’re always interested in dynamic individuals who enjoy innovation, new ideas and the opportunity to serve others while leading the way to the court of tomorrow.

Position description

The Spanish Court Interpreter performs skilled professional duties as a certified interpreter in judicial proceedings involving limited-English proficient (LEP) individuals. The Interpreter facilitates communication between the Court and the LEP individual.

Duties include interpretation and translation of oral statements, testimony, and written documents presented in either Spanish or English.

A certified Court Interpreter serves as the official Interpreter daily for first appearances, arraignments, preliminary hearings, trials, and other court proceedings for LEP defendants, witnesses, and victims. Translates forms and documents utilized in court proceedings, inputs data into the Court Interpreter Data Base (CIDB), participates in workshops for court interpreters, trains and observes freelance contractual interpreters. Requires a working knowledge and understanding of simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation techniques and procedures. Interpreters are also required to become familiar with the rules as set forth in the Florida Court Interpreter Certification and Regulation Program (CICRP) and must adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct (Part III).

Fluency in both English and Spanish is required. Must read and write both Spanish and English language with proficiency. Must be able to work independently in a high-stress environment. Knowledge of the court system is a plus. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in either Spanish, English, or any subject closely related to the field of law is preferred. Two years of court/legal-related experience may substitute for the recommended educational level or any equivalent combination of education and experience. 

This position reports to work in Osceola County, but will cover proceedings in Orange County as well, therefore candidates must be able and willing to travel to multiple counties and locations on a regular basis. Must complete a State of Florida orientation program and obtain state certification within one year of being employed as a Court Interpreter. Passing of the Federal Certification oral exam can substitute for passing of Consortium exam. This is a State-funded position with benefits.

Salary: *$5,969.78/monthly for certified court interpreters or $5,372.80/monthly if not certified. *Certified by the Court Interpreter Certification and Regulation Program (CICRP) of the Office of the State Courts Administrator (OSCA). 

Equal opportunity employer

The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Persons with a disability needing an accommodation for the application/selection process should notify Human Resources (407) 836‐2261 prior to the application deadline. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

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Position details

Position status: Offer being made

Position #: 22010165

Closing date: Open until filled

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Certification: Completion of Court Interpreter Certification and Regulation Program

Type: Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Shift: Day

Salary: $34.44HR/$71,637.32/Annually (certified) CAD: $163.83

Location: Orlando, FL

Relocation: Not Available

Benefits

The Ninth Circuit is a unique organization, rich with diversity and unlimited opportunity where all full time employees have access to:

  • Paid Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Florida Tuition Waiver (State Employees)
  • Affordable Health Benefits
  • Optional Vision, Dental and Supplemental Insurance
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Multiple Deferred Compensation Options
  • Florida Retirement Benefits
  • Tax Favored Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Support
  • Ongoing Training and Growth Opportunities

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Freelance, Relocation, Shift work,

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