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Salary : $87,214.40 - $102,627.20 Annually
Location : Auburn/Roseville, CA
Job Type: Extra Help
Department: Operations
Division: MC-Interpreters
Opening Date: 01/29/2026
Recruitment Information: Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Job Summary
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of language interpretation activities on an assigned and as-needed basis for Placer Superior Court and for parties to proceedings, including witnesses, defendants, attorneys, other court personnel and the public.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single level classification. Employees in this classification perform consecutive and simultaneous interpretation of courtroom proceedings, public service interactions between staff and the public, and other related interpreting services as needed. In addition, they perform sight translation (reading written texts and giving an oral translation of text) as needed.
JUDGMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY
Interpreters are subject matter experts and are assigned responsibilities at the journey level; incumbents possess specialized knowledge, skills, and experience and often exercise independent judgment in the performance of their duties. Incumbents report to a Unit Manager. Work assignments are typically assigned by the Interpreter Coordinator or the Unit Manager.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interprets from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
• Performs sight translations of documents for the benefit of the court including, but not limited to, court petitions, reports, waivers, felony disposition statement forms, and other documents.
• Interprets for judges, attorneys, court staff, the public, and other court-related or court-connected organizations, participants, litigants, and departments at the direction of the court.
• Notifies the court of any issues or situations that may impede the interpreter's performance.
• Researches and understands terminology used in court and functions of the court which may include but not be limited to legal, technological, scientific, and/or medical terminology.
• Receives daily calendar assignments from the Trial Court Interpreter Coordinator (or other) and accurately completes daily activity logs, or other documentation as required.
• Performs other language interpretation duties as assigned, such as facilitating communication regarding general court information between court staff and the non-English speaking public
• May be required to perform services at any court location and can opt to be cross-assigned to other courts.

• Performs related interpreter duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:

• Correct usage of grammar and vocabulary in English and applicable non-English language, provided the source language speaker is using correct grammar and vocabulary;
• Legal concepts and forensic terminology in both English and applicable non-English language;
• Regional and vertical dialects in the applicable language; and
• Interpreter ethics and standards, in accordance with California Rules of Court

Ability To:

• Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing;

• Orally convey meaning from and into English and the applicable non-English language by interpreting in the simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation modes; meaning must be conveyed accurately, without editing, summarizing, adding meaning, or omitting;

• Carry out duties in accordance with policies, procedures and scope of responsibility;
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;

• Maintain confidentiality of Court documents and records;
• Interact professionally and cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work;
• Understand and adhere to California statutes, Rules of Court, Court Personnel Policies and applicable memorandum of understanding;
• Interpret accurately and remain impartial, including in adversarial and emotionally charged situations;
• Conduct ongoing research into variations in terminology and usage of the applicable language;
• Use office equipment, including computer, telephone, and copiers, as required by the assignment;
• Use of transmitter and receiver equipment provided by the court.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a valid certificate as a "Certified/Registered Court Interpreter" issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California. Please follow the link for more information:
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Job duties are generally performed in an indoor office setting with environmental controls. Assigned work is performed in a standard court setting with open cubicles and/or offices. Assigned incumbents are expected to work alone and closely with others. Moderate routine noise and noise levels occur within the work environment. This classification may be required to travel to other Placer Superior Court locations and may opt to be cross-assigned to other Superior Court locations throughout California.
Employees in this position may encounter individuals who appear emotional, upset or angry and/or be exposed to evidence and testimony which may be disturbing.
Overtime may be required on an occasional basis.
Note: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this job classification. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of personnel in all divisions and/or a location so classified, nor is it intended to limit the authority of supervisors or manager to assign or direct the activities of employee.
Holiday Pay: IPT employees will receive one full day holiday pay, up to a maximum of 9 days/fiscal year, for each 20 full days or 40 half days or equivalent combination of work performed.
Sick Leave: Employees in this classification shall be provided 40 hours of sick leave per calendar year, as required by the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act.
Health Benefits: IPT employees can become eligible for medical, dental and vision benefits under certain circumstances. If an IPT maintains an average of 50% time or more for six consecutive months in a regular assignment.. the IPT shall receive an offer of regular part time employment and upon acceptance of such offer will become eligible for benefits. If an IPT maintains an average of 50% time or more for six consecutive months in an as-needed assignment, the IPT shall become eligible for benefits and his/her status shall not change. In either event, the interpreter must maintain an average of 50% time or more during each succeeding six month period to be eligible to continue to receive benefits. If the employee fails to continue to be eligible for benefits because they have not worked the requisite average of 50% time, they shall become ineligible for benefits and they shall return to IPT status and shall be ineligible for benefits for a period of at least six months. Court employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
An average of 50% time means that the interpreter's aggregate paid hours during the
preceding six month period, when averaged, equals or exceeds 50% of the available
work hours in each pay period. An employee who moves from IPT to regular part time
status based on hours worked in home or cross assignments shall continue to be
assigned/offered assignments on the same basis as before the change in status. The
ability to reenroll shall be subject to the requirements of the benefit plan. Employees
may use accrued discretionary leave to supplement work time if their work hours fall
below the required 50% average. Part time employees who lose eligibility for- health
insurance may be eligible for continuation of health insurance, at employee expense,
based upon COBRA eligibility and health plan rules.
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Certification Statement: By completing this application and supplemental questionnaire, I hereby attest that all information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand I must complete the application fully and completely and I am not to state "see resume" or only attach a resume. I understand referring to my resume on either my application or supplemental questions, will deem my application incomplete and subject me to disqualification. Additionally, if submitting any writing exercise or response to a supplemental question, you hereby certify that you are the original author and that you understand the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to generate your responses is prohibited. I understand that failure to comply, as well as any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts may subject me to actions including removal from this examination and dismissal during any period of Superior Court employment.Do you agree with this certification statement?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that to be eligible for this position, possession of a valid certificate as a "Certified/Registered Court Interpreter" issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California is required.

• Yes
• No

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Please list the language(s) you are certified and/or registered to interpret? Include certification/registration numbers. If you are not yet certified and have recently taken an exam to become a certified court interpreter, please indicate the language expected date of certification.
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Describe your experience as a registered/certified court interpreter. Please include the courts at which you worked and the date(s) services were provided.
Required Question