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Location : San Diego Superior Court, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Full-Time
Job Number: 24-012
Department: Interpreters
Opening Date: 12/06/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Summary
INTERPRETER (ARABIC OPTION)
Examination No. 24-012
San Diego Superior Court is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Interpreter (Arabic Option). The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Interpreter (Arabic Option) vacancies as they occur.
There is currently one (1) full-time position open for the Interpreter (Arabic Option) in the "All Court Floater" pool. Interpreters in "All Court Floater" assignments must be available to work and provide coverage in all Superior Court locations: the Central Division, with two courthouses in downtown San Diego, as well as the Juvenile Court and Kearny Mesa Branch in the Kearny Mesa area; the North County Division in Vista; the East County Division in El Cajon; and the South County Division in Chula Vista.
FILING DEADLINE
Online applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. However, this recruitment may close at any time without notice. Paper application forms will not be accepted.
JOB SUMMARY
Interpreters provide simultaneous and consecutive interpreting services during court proceedings as parties and witnesses testify, or when attorneys present oral arguments and motions. Interpreters may also assist court staff with interpreting in a customer service setting, and may provide sight translations, as needed. Interpreters work in a courtroom or office setting and have significant contact with judges, court staff, attorneys, and the public.
SALARY RATE
$88,025.60 - $99,132.80 annually. The starting hourly salary for Interpreters is currently set at $43.61 (approximately $90,708.80 annually).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Interested individuals must possess at the time of application a valid and current certification as a "Certified Court Interpreter" in Arabic, as issued by the Judicial Council of California. Applicants who do not have the Judicial Council interpreter certification will not be considered.
Not Currently Certified?
Please visit the Court Interpreters Program website of the Judicial Council of California for more information: San Diego Superior Court does not administer the certification process.
HOW TO APPLY
An online San Diego Superior Court job application is required. Please visit the court's website at . From the General Info tab, click on the "Employment" link. At the Job Opportunities page, click on the position that you are interested in and then click on the "Apply" button.
New users of the NEOGOV online application system will need to set up a job applicant user account.
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Applicants must submit proof of certification in Arabic as issued by the Judicial Council of California. Please upload a PDF or JPEG attachment of your "Certified Court Interpreter" certificate in the "Attachments" section of your job application.
EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS
Factors evaluated in the selection process may include the ability to accurately provide simultaneous and consecutive interpreting services in Arabic; establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff and law enforcement personnel; maintain confidentiality of information; and maintain a neutral, non-bias position when providing interpreting services.
SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified candidates will be placed on the Interpreter (Arabic Option) eligible list based on an evaluation of the information contained in the online application.
Placement on the Interpreter (Arabic Option) eligible list does NOT guarantee that all candidates will be contacted by the department hiring manager for interviews.
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an implied or expressed contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked at any time. The requirements stated represent only the minimum required to file an application. Meeting the listed requirements does not guarantee an applicant will qualify.
CN3 - Court Non-Management
HEALTH INSURANCE:
Cafeteria-style flexible benefits plan, which offers health, dental and vision coverage.
LIFE INSURANCE:
A group rate life insurance program is available.
RETIREMENT:
Participation in the County Employees Retirement System.
VACATION:
New employees in this job class accrue vacation at an initial rate of 15 days per year; pro-rated if part-time.
SICK LEAVE:
Employees in this job class accrue 13 days of sick leave per year; pro-rated if part-time.
HOLIDAYS:
San Diego Superior Court currently observes 14 paid holidays per year, including employee's birthday.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
Deferred compensation (401a, 457b , 457 Roth); tuition reimbursement program; suggestion award program; minimal sick leave usage award; credit union services.
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Before completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, please be sure to review the job bulletin to become familiar with the qualifications for this position. If you do not meet these qualifications, do not apply.
Please answer the following questions thoroughly and completely. The information you provide may be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the examination process; used to evaluate your education, training and experience; and/or provided for review during the selection process.
Wherever specific information is requested, it MUST be stated. Statements such as "See Résumé" or "See Work Experience Section" are not acceptable responses. Sections which are not applicable to your particular qualifications should be marked "N/A" to indicate that they have not been overlooked.
Do you understand the instructions stated above?
02
Applicants must possess at the time of application a valid and current certification as a "Certified Court Interpreter" in Arabic, as issued by the Judicial Council of California.
If you do not currently have the Judicial Council interpreter certification, then you do not meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position and your application will not be considered.
Do you possess a valid and current interpreter certification in Arabic issued by the Judicial Council of California?
03
Please indicate the following:
(1) Date of Judicial Council of California interpreter certification (Month/Day/Year); AND
(2) Certification number.
04
How will you submit proof of your Judicial Council of California interpreter certification?
05
Please provide the following information for any other certifications you possess as an Arabic interpreter:
(1) Name of certifying body or organization;
(2) Date of certification (Month/Day/Year);
(3) Certification number, if applicable;
(4) Purpose of certification.
Include any certifications from the federal courts, courts outside of California, government departments, or other agencies.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple certifications, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
06
Please provide the following information on any education you have completed that is related to interpreting services:
(1) Name and address of school;
(2) Description of school (e.g., college, university, vocational, technical, training center, etc.);
(3) Type of degree or certificate awarded;
(4) Major subject studied;
(5) Length of program.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple education information, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
07
Please provide the following information on any experience you may have performing interpreting services specific to a court environment:
(1) Name and location of court;
(2) Dates of employment;
(3) Type of court (e.g., state trial court, federal court, appeal court, etc.);
(4) Employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, as needed, etc.);
(5) Types of cases.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple court-related experience, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, please indicate "N/A".
08
Please provide the following information regarding your work history as an Arabic interpreter:
(1) Name of employer;
(2) Dates of employment;
(3) Description of work environment (e.g., school district, government agency, corporation, non-profit organization, etc.);
(4) Employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, contract, etc.);
(5) Nature of work performed (e.g., instructor, translate recordings, city council meetings, mediation, or administrative law hearings, etc.).
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple work histories, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
Required Question
Location : San Diego Superior Court, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Full-Time
Job Number: 24-012
Department: Interpreters
Opening Date: 12/06/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Summary
INTERPRETER (ARABIC OPTION)
Examination No. 24-012
San Diego Superior Court is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Interpreter (Arabic Option). The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Interpreter (Arabic Option) vacancies as they occur.
There is currently one (1) full-time position open for the Interpreter (Arabic Option) in the "All Court Floater" pool. Interpreters in "All Court Floater" assignments must be available to work and provide coverage in all Superior Court locations: the Central Division, with two courthouses in downtown San Diego, as well as the Juvenile Court and Kearny Mesa Branch in the Kearny Mesa area; the North County Division in Vista; the East County Division in El Cajon; and the South County Division in Chula Vista.
FILING DEADLINE
Online applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. However, this recruitment may close at any time without notice. Paper application forms will not be accepted.
JOB SUMMARY
Interpreters provide simultaneous and consecutive interpreting services during court proceedings as parties and witnesses testify, or when attorneys present oral arguments and motions. Interpreters may also assist court staff with interpreting in a customer service setting, and may provide sight translations, as needed. Interpreters work in a courtroom or office setting and have significant contact with judges, court staff, attorneys, and the public.
SALARY RATE
$88,025.60 - $99,132.80 annually. The starting hourly salary for Interpreters is currently set at $43.61 (approximately $90,708.80 annually).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Interested individuals must possess at the time of application a valid and current certification as a "Certified Court Interpreter" in Arabic, as issued by the Judicial Council of California. Applicants who do not have the Judicial Council interpreter certification will not be considered.
Not Currently Certified?
Please visit the Court Interpreters Program website of the Judicial Council of California for more information: San Diego Superior Court does not administer the certification process.
HOW TO APPLY
An online San Diego Superior Court job application is required. Please visit the court's website at . From the General Info tab, click on the "Employment" link. At the Job Opportunities page, click on the position that you are interested in and then click on the "Apply" button.
New users of the NEOGOV online application system will need to set up a job applicant user account.
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Applicants must submit proof of certification in Arabic as issued by the Judicial Council of California. Please upload a PDF or JPEG attachment of your "Certified Court Interpreter" certificate in the "Attachments" section of your job application.
EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS
Factors evaluated in the selection process may include the ability to accurately provide simultaneous and consecutive interpreting services in Arabic; establish and maintain effective working relationships with court staff and law enforcement personnel; maintain confidentiality of information; and maintain a neutral, non-bias position when providing interpreting services.
SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified candidates will be placed on the Interpreter (Arabic Option) eligible list based on an evaluation of the information contained in the online application.
Placement on the Interpreter (Arabic Option) eligible list does NOT guarantee that all candidates will be contacted by the department hiring manager for interviews.
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an implied or expressed contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked at any time. The requirements stated represent only the minimum required to file an application. Meeting the listed requirements does not guarantee an applicant will qualify.
CN3 - Court Non-Management
HEALTH INSURANCE:
Cafeteria-style flexible benefits plan, which offers health, dental and vision coverage.
LIFE INSURANCE:
A group rate life insurance program is available.
RETIREMENT:
Participation in the County Employees Retirement System.
VACATION:
New employees in this job class accrue vacation at an initial rate of 15 days per year; pro-rated if part-time.
SICK LEAVE:
Employees in this job class accrue 13 days of sick leave per year; pro-rated if part-time.
HOLIDAYS:
San Diego Superior Court currently observes 14 paid holidays per year, including employee's birthday.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
Deferred compensation (401a, 457b , 457 Roth); tuition reimbursement program; suggestion award program; minimal sick leave usage award; credit union services.
01
Before completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, please be sure to review the job bulletin to become familiar with the qualifications for this position. If you do not meet these qualifications, do not apply.
Please answer the following questions thoroughly and completely. The information you provide may be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the examination process; used to evaluate your education, training and experience; and/or provided for review during the selection process.
Wherever specific information is requested, it MUST be stated. Statements such as "See Résumé" or "See Work Experience Section" are not acceptable responses. Sections which are not applicable to your particular qualifications should be marked "N/A" to indicate that they have not been overlooked.
Do you understand the instructions stated above?
- Yes
- No
02
Applicants must possess at the time of application a valid and current certification as a "Certified Court Interpreter" in Arabic, as issued by the Judicial Council of California.
If you do not currently have the Judicial Council interpreter certification, then you do not meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position and your application will not be considered.
Do you possess a valid and current interpreter certification in Arabic issued by the Judicial Council of California?
- Yes
- No
03
Please indicate the following:
(1) Date of Judicial Council of California interpreter certification (Month/Day/Year); AND
(2) Certification number.
04
How will you submit proof of your Judicial Council of California interpreter certification?
- I will include a PDF attachment of my certification to my application.
- I will include a JPEG attachment of my certification to my application.
- I will mail a copy of my certification.
05
Please provide the following information for any other certifications you possess as an Arabic interpreter:
(1) Name of certifying body or organization;
(2) Date of certification (Month/Day/Year);
(3) Certification number, if applicable;
(4) Purpose of certification.
Include any certifications from the federal courts, courts outside of California, government departments, or other agencies.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple certifications, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
06
Please provide the following information on any education you have completed that is related to interpreting services:
(1) Name and address of school;
(2) Description of school (e.g., college, university, vocational, technical, training center, etc.);
(3) Type of degree or certificate awarded;
(4) Major subject studied;
(5) Length of program.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple education information, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
07
Please provide the following information on any experience you may have performing interpreting services specific to a court environment:
(1) Name and location of court;
(2) Dates of employment;
(3) Type of court (e.g., state trial court, federal court, appeal court, etc.);
(4) Employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, as needed, etc.);
(5) Types of cases.
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple court-related experience, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, please indicate "N/A".
08
Please provide the following information regarding your work history as an Arabic interpreter:
(1) Name of employer;
(2) Dates of employment;
(3) Description of work environment (e.g., school district, government agency, corporation, non-profit organization, etc.);
(4) Employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, contract, etc.);
(5) Nature of work performed (e.g., instructor, translate recordings, city council meetings, mediation, or administrative law hearings, etc.).
Please number your responses as above (1., 2., 3., etc.). If citing multiple work histories, please use separate paragraphs for each.
If NONE, indicate "N/A".
Required Question
