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WSU's Commitment to Diversity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
English to Spanish Content Translator (temporary)
Requisition Number
S01700P
Position Category
Staff
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
E31
Salary
FLSA
Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
Weber State University’s Marketing & Communications department is seeking an outgoing, motivated individual with strong translation skills to help fill a temporary position at the university as an English to Spanish Content Translator.
NOTE: This is a temporary position that is currently funded to last no longer than seven months from the initial hire date, with the possibility of continued employment if additional funding is available/allocated.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as dedicated translator and Spanish-language expert to help the university reach its goal of becoming an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution
- Work closely with the executive director of Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiatives and Marketing & Communications department to determine and prioritize translation needs; review Utah demographics to determine appropriate translations that meet the needs of the widest possible Spanish-speaking audience in our geographic region.
- Write, translate, review and edit a variety of products which could include press releases, websites, social media, newsletters, fliers, ads, brochures and other projects as assigned
- Ensure Spanish-language publications have correct spelling and grammar, compelling content and professional polish
- Consistently seek ways to improve the quality of Spanish-language products and services provided by the university
- Work under deadline pressure and accommodate quick-turnaround translation needs in crisis scenarios; coordinate with WSU Public Safety and Police Department; translate portions of their webpages
- Review and translate key sections of weber.edu, using appropriate language and tone; special focus on Admissions homepage and pages targeted toward parents
- Work collaboratively with key stakeholders across campus to include writers, designers, marketing coordinators and university leadership
Required Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in translation and/or language-related fields (including English, communication, journalism, public relations, marketing).
- Native or near native language proficiency in both English and Spanish (skills at Advanced High or Superior ACTFL proficiency).
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred:
- Demonstrated ability to translate, edit, revise, or rewrite text-based content in Spanish.
- Strong written communication and copyediting and proofreading skills in the target language and attention to details.
- Strong knowledge of the cultures related to both languages in order to understand cultural references and nuances.
- At least 2 or more years of previous work experience as a professional translator.
- Knowledge of transcreation, localization, or audiovisual translation.
- Knowledge of Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools and other translation technologies.
A successful candidate will have the following:
Background Check?
Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/29/2024
Review Date
03/14/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The monthly salary for this position starts at $3,625 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicants are encouraged to address their philosophy on the hallmarks of good translation in their cover letter.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 14, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicants are encouraged to address their philosophy on the hallmarks of good translation in their cover letter.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 14, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/22059
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. - Typing
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Benefits
Wellness program, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Life insurance
