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Salary: $65,571.29 - $109,426.20 Annually
Location : Middlesex Vicinage, 56 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, NJ
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-12572
Central Office/Vicinage: Middlesex Vicinage
Division: General Operations
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment's closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public's trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.
SALARY: The salary range for this position is $74,454.81 to $105,725.80 for Schedule A, and $74,454.81 to $100,439.52 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater.Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B.
The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
The Middlesex Vicinage is seeking a Court Interpreter with exposure to the legal environment and technical competency in the court interpreting area. The chosen candidate will exhibit a high degree of integrity, honesty, commitment to customer service, and dedication to professional development. Under the Court Executive 2B (Operations Division Manager) and/or other high-level manager/supervisor, the successful candidate must be able to interpret in three modes of interpretation (sight, consecutive, and simultaneous) in court proceedings, quasi-judicial hearings, complimentary dispute resolution events, and other court related events in person or via a telecommunication device. The qualified candidate will be able to produce translations of documents (either in draft or final form), such as official forms, public signs, notices, posters, form letters, and correspondence. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to collecting and entering data into automated record-keeping systems and participating in study and training activities in a group or individually in order to develop and maintain interpreting and translating skills. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with all levels of Judiciary staff.
POSITIONS WILL BE FILLED AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LEVELS BASED ON CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Court Interpreter 1 - Conditionally Approved/Trainee Level 1 - Conditionally Approved/Trainee
Employees at this level act as trainees at interpreter proceedings of limited legal significance or limited linguistic complexity and prepare draft translations of forms, letters, and other court related documents.
Minimum Salary: $63,35390 Maximum Salary A: $105,72580 Maximum Salary B: $100,439.52
Court Interpreter 1 - Journey Level 2 -Journey
Employees at this level interpret legal proceedings and may translate forms, letters, and other court related documents.
Minimum Salary: $74,45481 Maximum Salary A: $105,72580 Maximum Salary B: $100,439.52
Court Interpreter 2 - Mastery Level 3 - Mastery
Employees at this level interpret complex legal proceedings and translate forms, letters, and other court related documents.
Minimum Salary: $78,92207 Maximum Salary A: $119,12765 Maximum Salary B: $113,171.27
REMOTE WORK: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.
Example of Duties
Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.
-Translation of documents
-Customer Service
-Court Interpretation
Qualifications
Eligibility: Eligible applicants are court interpreters approved by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). AOC approved interpreters include interpreters who have passed the written and performance oral exams of the National Center for State Courts administered by the AOC or an equivalent test administered by a member state of the National Center for State Courts; or who possess the Federal Court Interpreter Certification by having passed the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam administered by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.
Training Period: Court Interpreter 1 - Conditionally Approved/Trainees will have two years from the date of employment to test up to a higher level in order to maintain employment. Court Interpreter 1 - Conditionally Approved/Trainees will be in a probationary period until they test up to a higher Level.
Note: Prior to translating documents, incumbents must pass the translation test administered by the AOC.
For additional information on becoming a Court Interpreter refer to
Supplemental Information
Driver's License: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.
Residency Law: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.
HOW TO APPLY:
The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.
The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.
The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
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New Jersey Courts offers an exciting and rewarding public service career with incredible employee benefits for full-time employees only and their eligible dependents such as:

• State Health Benefits Program including options for medical, dental and prescription coverage
• Public Employee's Retirement System pension program
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness for employees with 10 years or more of service
• Generous leave program which includes vacation, personal and sick leave and 13 annual paid holidays
• Voluntary investment programs separate from and in addition to the pension plan through the Deferred Compensation Plan and the Supplemental Annuity Trust of New Jersey (SACT)
• Comprehensive training offerings including LinkedIn Learning.
• Tax Savings Programs including the Premium Option Plan, Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and Commuter TaxSave
• NJBest 529 College Savings Plan
• Member Term Life Coverage including basic and optional plans

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Have you been approved by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts as a Court Interpreter, or do you have equivalent credentials?

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