Interpreting Fellow

Salary: $26,400.00 - $48,842.00 Annually Location : Spartanburg County, SC Job Type: Time Limited - Full-Time Job Number: Agency: School for the Deaf and the Blind Division: Interpreting Services Opening Date: 06/21/2023 Closing Date: 12/31/2024 5:00 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply, please submit an application on-line. Class Code:: UZ01(CB55) Position Number:: TL Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band: Band 4 Hiring Range - Min.: $26,400.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $37,621.00 Opening Date: 06/21/2023 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Under the direction of highly qualified and and credentialed interpreters, provide direct interpreting in a variety of K-12 educational settings. Prepare for interpreting assignments by obtaining lesson plans, readinng assignments, previewing class materials, consulting interpreters and resoures such as ASL Core for conceptually accurate academic signs for vocabulary. Develop and adhere to a professional development plan. Minimum and Additional Requirements High school diploma or GED and fluency in both English and American Sign Language; Degree in Interpreting, American Sign Language, Special Education, or related field and an Education Interpreting Performance Assessment (EIPA )score of 3.0 or higher, or a sign language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level of Intermediate. Additional Comments If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (i.e., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driving certification). Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or GED and fluency in both English and American Sign Language? Yes No 02 Do you have a degree in Interpreting, American Sign Language, Special Education, or related field? Yes No 03 Do you have an Education Interpreting Performance Assessment (EIPA )score of 3.0 or higher, or a sign language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level of Intermediate? Yes No 04 Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2024-11-02