Staff Interpreter

The University of New Mexico invites applications for the position of Staff Interpreter for Career Services. UNM Career Services supports the mission, academic programs, and advancement of the University of New Mexico.

Under general supervision, the Staff Interpreter will provide signed language for deaf and/or hard of hearing staff delivered primarily in an office and academic setting. This position will translate spoken materials into sign language for a career development facilitator staff member during meetings, events, and one-on-one and group sessions with students, faculty, staff, and community members within an office setting. May provide a range of administrative services as part of a team during hours not scheduled for interpreting. This position will be an active member of our team.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Must maintain certification status with a certification eligible for New Mexico licensure, which may include any of the following: RID IC/TC Certification; RID CT or CI Certification; RID/NIC Certification Level or equivalent; BEI Advanced; BEI Master; BEI IV: BEI V: BEI Level IV Intermediary; BEI Level V Intermediary.
• Must maintain valid status with a New Mexico Provisional Signed Language Interpreter's License.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: New Mexico Community Signed Language Interpreter License and at least one certification from this list: RID IC/TC Certification; RID CT or CI Certification; RID/NIC Certification Level or equivalent; BEI Advanced; BEI Master; BEI IV; BEI V; BEI Level IV Intermediary; BEI Level V Intermediary OR New Mexico Provisional Signed Language Interpreter's License and Candidacy for RID or BEI Certification (proof of passing score of the RID knowledge exam or the BEI TEP exam).

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

- Previous professional work experience in
interpretation.
- Strong team and collaboration skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing.
- Time management skills.

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visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.