This is a full time, exempt position with an excellent benefits package including Paid Time Off, 13 paid holidays, pension plan, health insurance, life insurance, supplemental insurance options, wellness benefits and tuition reimbursement. Please see full job description and benefit summary attached below.Job Summary:

The Spanish Interpreter/Language Access Coordinator is responsible for providing interpretation between Spanish and English is any court proceeding or court office appointment for which a Limited English Proficient (LEP) individual has requested interpretation services and as required by Rules adopted by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and applicable to the Court and Court Offices of the 51st Judicial District. The person in this position is also responsible to coordinate language access needs across the entire 51st Judicial District, including the reporting of language access utilization to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts. Work performed is completed with minimal supervision and therefore, the ability to work independently and resolve issues is essential.

Education, Experience and Training Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Currently fluent in Spanish.
Certified Interpreter status from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts required. If not certified at time of hire, must pass the Certification testing within twelve (12) months of accepting the position for continued employment. Certification must be maintained under AOPC regulations by completing the required re-certification training and education annually/semi-annually.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office products required; participation in training provided by or through the employer is expected.
Knowledge of contemporary office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of legal environment, principles and terminology/procedures.
Criminal background checks and clearances, including but not limited to fingerprinting, as directed.

Hours of Work:

The individual working in the position of Spanish Interpreter/Language Access Coordinator traditionally follows the operating hours of the Adams County Court of Common Pleas, which is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. However, it is to be understood that the Court may set hours, change start and end times, require working through lunch periods, require overtime work, require weekend and/or evening work, or in any other way adjust schedules as needed to ensure the availability of judicial services to the public and to ensure efficient court operations.

Minimum Annual Salary: $52,561.60

For confidential consideration, please complete the online profile and submit your resume and cover letter by

Friday, January 24, 2025.

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The County of Adams

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