Part Time Deaf Studies Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Job Description

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis to maintain a qualified applicant pool. As positions become available, candidates may be selected from the pool.

The ASL Interpreter provides American Sign Language interpreting services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, employees, and community members participating in College of Southern Nevada programs, services, and events. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, credit and workforce development courses, student activities, meetings, trainings, and CSN-sponsored community events.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret spoken English into American Sign Language and American Sign Language into spoken English.

• Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

• Exercise professional judgment and make independent decisions in a variety of educational and institutional interpreting settings, consistent with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct and CSN policies and procedures.

• Work collaboratively as a member of an interpreting team when assignments require team interpreting.

• Research course content, terminology, and other relevant information to prepare for classroom assignments and college-related activities.

• Convey information accurately, effectively, and impartially, using appropriate specialized vocabulary and interpreting techniques.

• Maintain the confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and institutional requirements.

• Complete service verification records and all other required documentation accurately and within established deadlines.

• Demonstrate professional conduct, reliability, sound judgment, and effective workplace collaboration.

• Represent the institution professionally and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.

• Maintain required interpreting credentials and state licensure, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Scheduling Information

• Interpreting assignments are subject to a two-hour minimum. Interpreters will be compensated for a minimum of two hours for each assignment, even when the scheduled assignment is shorter than two hours.

• Assignments canceled with fewer than 24 hours' notice will be compensated. Interpreters are expected to remain available for reassignment during the originally scheduled assignment period, when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent

• Registered with the state of Nevada as a Community Interpreter

• National certification: EIPA or NAD-RID certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting in a postsecondary educational setting.

• Degree, certificate, or college coursework in ASL interpreting, Deaf Studies, or a related field.

• Experience with team interpreting and academic terminology.

• Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct.

• Flexible daytime availability, with some evening or weekend availability as needed.

Starting Salary

$60.00

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent 

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume/CV

• Current copy of certification card

• Current confirmation of Nevada Registration

• Contact information for three professional references

NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE

CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.

For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.  

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.