Court Interpreter Job at GovernmentJobs.com, Racine, WI

  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • Racine, WI

Job Description

Job Title

Offers Spanish-English interpretation services in court proceedings and produces accurate translations of pertinent documents. This includes real-time interpretation during court hearings and other legal processes to ensure clear communication between parties. Additionally, the service meticulously produces written translations for office forms and other legal documents. Assists in coordinating and scheduling contracted interpreters for court hearings as required to ensure seamless integration of interpreter services at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Performs verbal and sight interpretation in simultaneous and consecutive modes for court proceedings, hearings, interviews, and other court related events.

Translates office forms, documents, and other legal documents and correspondence.

Assists with the scheduling of on-call interpreters and calendaring of all requests in the Court interpreters office.

Maintains records of interpretation and translation activities using automated tracking systems.

Collects, interprets, and analyzes data for the computation and submission of statistical reports and records.

Act as an Interpretation Services Coordinator.

Transcribes taped interviews or court material as required.

Uses standard office equipment, including a computer and various database and other software programs, in the course of the work.

All other job duties as assigned.

Supervision Received: Receives supervision from the Clerk of Circuit Court, Deputy Clerk of Court, and Court Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised: Schedule work to contracted interpreters on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications

Mandatory interpreter certification with the Wisconsin Director of State Courts, Office of Court Operations.

Graduation from an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university.

Two years of court/legal related experience or any equivalent combination of education or experience preferred.

Prompt and regular attendance.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of courtroom procedures, legal terminology and the judicial process.

Knowledge of interpreter standards of conduct, confidentiality requirements and professional ethics.

Knowledge of cultural differences and linguistic nuances that may affect communication and comprehension.

Ability to listen attentively, retain information and convey messages accurately and efficiently.

Ability to communicate effectively with judges, attorneys, court staff and members of the public.

Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

Skilled in utilizing courtroom technology, audio equipment, videoconferencing platforms and standard office software.

Ability to adapt to changing schedules, courtroom assignments and workload demands.

Job Tags

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