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JOB SUMMARY
Primary responsibility is to provide direct interpretation and to perform those duties that will aid in the provision of the highest quality of interpreting / transliterating services.
The duties include but are not limited to assignment preparation, consumer relations, and professional development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interpret / transliterate basic to higher level academic classes, lectures, student activity events, and other special events as needed, where receptive interpreting would be required.
Prepare for assignments by reviewing notes and course outline, previewing required texts and course materials, and speaking with faculty, speaker, and / or students.
Work collaboratively with department staff, faculty, college staff, students, and administrators.
Meet regularly with the Supervisor of Interpreting Services to review evaluations from consumers and from supervisor observations for development activities.
Assess language or communication modes of the consumers servEdDemonstrate continuous professional development by upgrading interpreting skills, developing specialized content expertise, and enhancing interpersonal communication skills through participation in continuing education, in-service training, and related educational opportunities.
May travel to alternative sites for interpreting assignments as needed.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Licensing & Certification
Special Skills
Competencies
Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE :
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countryâs largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youâll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, youâll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :
If this sounds like the role for you and youâre ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteranâs status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :
Sandra Jacobson, Director EEO / Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
Sign Language Interpreter ⢠Houston, Texas, United States