Sign Language Interpreter.

Job Summary

The Sign Language Interpreter will provide sign language interpreting / transliterating services for classroom, laboratory, academic related and other University of Texas at Arlington activities as assigned. All activities shall promote ensuring equal access for students and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in academic programs at the university. Maintain an interpreting / transliterating schedule for Deaf / Hard of Hearing students who are registered with the SAR Center, interact with others on campus as needed to facilitate equal communication access for Deaf / Hard of Hearing students and provide related resources for faculty and staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting / transliterating services and maintain a regular schedule of interpreting / transliterating services for Deaf / Hard of Hearing students registered with the SAR Center.
• Accept regular or substitute interpreting assignments for Deaf / Hard of Hearing students as necessary.
• Assist Deaf / Hard of Hearing Coordinator with scheduling and dispatching interpreter assignments.
• Assist SAR Center in creating an atmosphere of cordiality and service for staff and program through communicating effectively in person, by email, and in online / virtual platforms.
• Attend and participate in interpreter-related conferences, meetings, in-service training, and workshops on and off campus.
• Participate in Deaf / Hard of Hearing related outreach activities and when possible, in activities within the SAR Center and the Division of Student Affairs.
• Provide information and referral to SAR Center for students requesting services and accommodations and provide basic coverage of unit when needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

Benefits Eligible Yes CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.