Translator/Interpreter Job at University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM

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  • University of New Mexico
  • Albuquerque, NM

Job Description

Translator/Interpreter

Requisition ID
req30934

Working Title
Translator/Interpreter

Position Grade
10

Position Summary

The UNM Early Childhood Services Center (ECSC), is seeking for a full-time Spanish/English translator/interpreter. Under general supervision, the interested individual will translate documents and other material from Spanish to English; and/or translates spoken passages from one language to another during seminars, symposia, teleconferences, and/or meetings. Expresses either approximate or exact translation, depending upon the nature of the occasion.


This position will collaborate closely with ECSC's Professional Development Team and the Instruction Development Team to identify the needs for both face-to-face and online trainings. It will involve engaging in discussions with Subject Matter Experts to consider which videos, articles, games, or songs may need updating for the Spanish version of the trainings. Additionally, there will be opportunities to discuss concepts and content for both online and face-to-face trainings.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reads and rewrites learner guides, handouts, videos, following established rules pertaining to factors such as word meanings, sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  • Reviews translated facilitator and learner manuals that will be used by professional development facilitators and students.
  • Translates handouts and other documents into Spanish.
  • Sends approved translated documents to appropriate contacts within ECSC.
  • Edits handouts, manuals, and document formats in both English and Spanish
  • Serves as interpreter at meetings and trainings providing consecutive or simultaneous translation between both languages.
  • Listens to complete statements in one language, translates to second, and translates responses from second into first language; expresses either approximate or exact translation, depending on nature of occasion.
  • In simultaneous interpreting, renders oral translation of material at time it is being spoken.
  • Receives briefing or prepares through reading and study on subject to be discussed prior to interpreting session.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree;at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

In simultaneous interpreting, renders oral translation of material at time it is being spoken.

  • Receives briefing or prepares through reading and study on subject to be discussed prior to interpreting session.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  • Training or certification in professional translation/interpretation
  • Previous professional work experience in translation/interpretation
  • Early Childhood language and terminology
  • Bilingual Endorsement or licensure
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Fluency in Spanish and English.
  • Ability to read and write.
  • Spanish written translation skills.
  • Listening skills.
  • Technical writing skills.

Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
CE Restricted Operations (373A)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Term - Full-Time

Term End Date
6/30/2025

Status
Non-Exempt

Pay
Hourly: $18.81 - $25.56

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
9/30/2024

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions


Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach resume, cover letter and any certifications to application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff. University of New Mexico

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Remote job,

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