Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleTranslator (Manual Communications), Box ROM-347/00200
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $48237 to $61575 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Non-Competitive Appointment: Candidates must possess a certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID); OR a passing score on the written portion of the RID certification examination AND two years of experience providing sign language interpretive services; OR a rating of intermediate or above on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview conducted by the national Technical Institute for the Deaf.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates who have experience with understanding and interpreting K-12 subject matter and experience working with special needs students, particularly deaf or hard of hearing.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates to fill a Translator (Manual Communications) position at the New York State School for the Deaf. The incumbent of this position will be responsible for coordinating sign language interpreting services for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and translating, communicating, and interpreting from a verbal spoken language (i.e., English into American Sign Language (ASL) and from ASL into a verbal spoken language). Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Facilitate all communication, spoken and signed between Deaf/hard of hearing students, Deaf staff, and hearing staff by using manual communication appropriate for learning level of student;
• Translate, edit, and proofread rules, regulations, and policy brochures and manuals for use by staff, students, and health care providers;
• Translate correspondence, letters, notes, and conversations between staff, students, and families;
• Tutor academic classes and lessons for staff, students, and families;
• Provide translation services related to student progress for IEP’s and evaluation tools;
• Utilize translation skills to assist people filling out applications, forms, and other documents;
• Interpret details of treatment, educational staff instructions for treatment planning, medication administration, and education to students, families, and caregivers as needed; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent 12-month, non-competitive appointment. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Verification of Verification of RID certification and/or Sign Communication Proficiency Interview rating will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. The work schedule for this position includes the hours of Monday - Friday 8:00am–4:00pm.
All NYSED employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to mandatory weekly testing for COVID-19.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $61,575 with annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 11, 2022 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-347/00200) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssdjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 11, 2022 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-347/00200) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.