Sign Language Interpreter

Posting Number : S05547P

S05547P

Position Title :

Sign Language Interpreter

Department :

Students with Disabilities

Location : Arlington

Arlington

Job Family : Student Services

Student Services

Position Status : Term

Term

Work Hours : Standard

Standard

Work Schedule :

• This position offers a flexible 40-hour work week.
• The assignment duration is from July 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025.

Open to :

External and Internal

Salary :

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $58,000.

Duration :

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis : Monthly

Monthly

Benefits Eligible : Benefits at UTA :

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University Information :

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.

UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work.

The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars.

With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 Very High Research Activity institution.

UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual Best for Vets : Colleges list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.

S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.

S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.

2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas;

more details are available at https : / / www.uta.edu / administration / president / strategic-plan / rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary :

Provide sign language interpreting / transliterating services abroad for classroom, laboratory, academic related and other University of Texas at Arlington activities as assigned.

All activities shall promote ensuring equal access for students and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in academic programs at the university.

Maintain an interpreting / transliterating schedule for deaf / hard of hearing students who are registered with the SAR Center, interact with other interpreter agencies and faculty and staff at international university.

Will maintain open and regular communication with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Coordinator regarding the study abroad semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide interpreting / transliterating services and maintain a regular schedule of interpreting / transliterating services for dead / hard of hearing students registered with the SAR Center
• Accept regular or substitute disability accommodations assignments for Deaf / hard of hearing students as necessary
• Attend and participate in interpreter-related, meetings, in-service training, and workshops on and off campus
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED and Sign language interpreter certification (RID / BEI) and five (5) years general interpreting experience.
• Understanding and strict compliance with Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf / National Interpreter Certification / Board of Evaluation of Interpreters Code of Professional Conduct for Interpreters.
• Interpreter must have current US Passport.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree or graduation from Interpreter Training Program.
• RID / BEI certification, five (5) years general interpreting experience and two (2) years continuous post-secondary interpreter experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• General knowledge of The Americans with Disabilities Act (AA, 2008) and how it applies to the higher education arena, The Rehabilitation Act (504).
• Flexible availability for morning / afternoon / weekend scheduling.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and proficiency in both sign language and oral / voice interpreting.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and other sign systems (PSE, Cued Speech, SEE).

Other Requirements :

Specific job requirements or physical location of position allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.

215 Texas Education Code.

Security sensitive. Subject to criminal background check.

Working Conditions :

• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Exposure to standard interpreter repetitive use of arms and hands.
• Housing and living expenses will be the responsibility of the employee.

CBC Requirement :

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement :

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and / or veteran status.

The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited.

Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations :

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .

Number of Vacancies :

Minimum Number of References Required :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information : 1) Employment history : name of company, period employed (from month / year to month / year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education : school name, degree type, and major.