Staff Interpreter (Columbus)

Job Title:

Hours:

Position Overview:

Staff Interpreter provides sign language interpreting services to the Deaf Community and the Heritage Interpreting staff/clients as requested and/or scheduled by the Operations Department.

Reports to:

Director of Interpreting

Responsibilities:

• Interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and English
• Interpret for various assignments (may include education K-12, medical, business, post-secondary, mental health, and other fields)
• Willing to travel to all areas of the Columbus metropolitan area
• Occasional travel for out-of-state assignments
• Professionally represent the agency
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures, as well as department requirements
• Attend Heritage Interpreting staff meetings and staff development activities as required
• Other duties, as necessary

Minimum qualifications:

• RID certification preferred
• Reliable transportation is required
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-driven yet collaborative working style
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and learning

Location:

Compensation:

• $50k – $60k annual salary, depending on experience and certification
• Opportunities for additional income outside of business hours
• Guaranteed annual pay increase

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual professional development budget
• Generous PTO and company holiday schedule
• Casual work environment
• 401k
• Moving costs (<$2,000), if moving to Columbus

Diversity:
Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas, and opinions within Heritage Interpreting is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to provide top-tier interpreting services.We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this – regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment, or other social identities – is critical to the success of each Heritage Interpreting employee, and collectively, as an organization, ensuring that we:

• Have a different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve problems effectively.
• Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect, and appreciation, enabling them to feel welcome, supported, and valued.
• Effectively connect, communicate, and build long-lasting relationships with decision-makers, stakeholders, and constituents within diverse communities.