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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, CHICO
Staff Human Resource Services Office of Staff Human Resource Services: 530-898-6771
Kendall Hall, Room 222 Job Line (Updated Weekly): 530-898-6888
Chico, CA 95929-0010 Staff Human Resource Services Fax: 530-898-5120
CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). Eligibility for benefits is based on an appointment of half time or more for a period exceeding six months. Employees appointed less than half time or less than six months are not eligible for health and dental benefits, but do receive prorated sick leave and vacation.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
California State University, Chico is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. CSU, Chico hires only individuals authorized to work in the United States.
As a university that educates students of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, we value a diverse faculty and staff. CSU, Chico welcomes applicants who are knowledgeable about and interested in working within a cross-cultural learning environment. We also welcome those who share a passion and commitment to the University's 6th Strategic Priority that focuses on sustainability, stewardship, and the environment. http://www.csuchico.edu/sustainablefuture/.
In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to qualified campus applicants covered by these agreements. However positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus, unless this is an on-campus only recruitment.
(09-0039) SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS - Hourly (One or more positions) MAY 11, 2009
Intermittent, temporary (renewable with possibility of increased timebase and/or permanent status), in Disability Support Services. The mission of Disability Support Services (DSS) is to assist students with disabilities in achieving equal access to all academic programs and facilities at CSU, Chico and to ensure that they have the opportunity for physical, social and intellectual growth. This goal is consistent with university policy and with federal and state laws. Please visit our Website at: www.csuchico.edu/dss.
POSITION: Incumbents will work an average of 5-20 hours per week per semester. Under general supervision of the Deaf Services Coordinator, the Interpreter provides interpreting services for hearing-impaired students in instructional activities using American Sign Language (ASL) signs in English word order, oral interpreting, and sign-to-voice interpreting; works with supervisor to standardize sign vocabulary used in scientific/technical areas; and assists with various projects as assigned. Settings include lectures, laboratories, field trips, platform, and one-to-one or group discussions. Interpreters are defined by skill level as either Interpreter I or Interpreter II, duties will vary depending on the applicants’ qualifications and the factors which affect the difficulty of assignments: 1) the type of communication system needed; 2) the difficulty, technical or unique nature of the subject matter vocabulary; 3) the speed of translation and interpreting required; 4) the need for the student to participate routinely in an instructional setting requiring student interaction and communication between hearing and hearing-impaired students during class sessions; and 5) the number of hearing-impaired persons being served simultaneously. While interpreters primarily serve students, they also may provide interpreting services for others in the campus community, including faculty, staff, and university guests. Interpreters most often are scheduled to support one or more students for an assigned class and their assignments may involve serving different students in various classes. Will also perform other related assignments or activities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Level I: Requirements include knowledge of ASL or other sign systems required by the student or the assignment; knowledge of the methods and techniques used in communicating with hearing-impaired persons; and knowledge of the Code of Ethics of the National Registry for Interpreters for the Deaf. Incumbents must be able to hear spoken English, and use ASL signed in English, and/or another manual sign system, to effectively generate language; interpret and transliterate between both ASL and sign systems and spoken English at a speed required by the assignment; and the ability to interpret for a group of deaf or hearing persons; must have any combination of formal training and relevant documented interpreting experience in voice-to-sign or sign-to-voice interpreting or transliterating which demonstrates assurance of skills appropriate for the level of the assignment. Such combinations of experience and training should be equivalent to those prescribed for certification by the National Registry for Interpreters in one of the following categories: Certificate of Interpretation, Certificate of Transliteration, or Oral Transliteration Certificate.
Level II: Requires the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant documented interpreting experience in a variety of settings; requires a thorough knowledge of the interpreting process, ASL and other sign systems; demonstrated understanding of the special communication needs of the Deaf or hearing-impaired consumers; comprehensive understanding of the Deaf Culture; working knowledge of platform interpreting techniques; working knowledge of vocabulary, terminology, and basic information in a variety of subjects. In addition to the abilities required for Interpreter I level, this level requires the ability to interpret effectively unique terminology and language; effectively shift between ASL or a manual sign system to spoken English and vice versa; interpret complex words, thoughts and feelings; deliver platform interpreting or to deliver oral speeches; sustain service for an extended number of hours.
Both levels must be able interpret in a college classroom with a minimum of 80% accuracy, and be able to sign up to 50 minutes without a break; work cooperatively as a member of a team and work flexible hours, not necessarily regular business hours; take on a leadership role; possess personal initiative; have the ability to interpret and transliterate at an appropriate skill level to communicate unique terminology and language; adapt interpreting and transliterating skills to an academic setting; learn unique subject matter, theories and terminology; be accurate, thorough, and comprehensive in providing services; thorough knowledge of vocabulary, terminology, and basic information in a variety of subjects; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of position; work effectively and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and others; adjust to change (e.g., work environment, technology); function cooperatively and productively as a member of a unit; and demonstrate ability to perform assigned duties.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a successful fingerprint clearance and proof of certification as a qualifying factor for Level II. Expressive and receptive skills will be assessed through the DSS department if there is no national certification.
PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to applicants with a wide acquaintance with the academic higher education system of instruction through attendance at or graduation from a four-year college or university; and certificates of Interpretation and/or Transliteration issued by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Level II has two ranges. They are based on the ability to work at an advanced level or in highly complex classes requiring significant and rapid interaction using highly technical or specialized subject matter and vocabulary.
Range A: Incumbents must possess and maintain skills certification in either interpreting or transliteration as issued by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and/or certification at Level 3 by the National Association for the Deaf (NAD) or comparable certification. NAD certification level 4 preferred.
Range B: Incumbents must possess and maintain skills certification in both interpreting and transliteration from RID and certification at a Level 4 from NAD or comparable certification. NAD certification level 5 preferred.
AVAILABLE: ASAP through June 30, 2010 (with possible renewal on a year-to-year basis).
SALARY: $16.20 - $134.96 per hour. (Position is currently not benefits eligible)
Salary is based on skill level and certifications.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires submission of:
• A Standard CSU, Chico Application
• Supplemental Questionnaire
• Résumé
Download the application and supplemental questionnaire from the Web at www.csuchico.edu/hr/vacancies.shtml.
Staff Human Resource Services Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Summer Hours (June 1 – August 14, 2009): Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Application materials and information regarding open positions are available in the Staff Human Resource Services Office.
Applications (including faxed or emailed copies) must be received in the Staff Human Resource Services Office
by 5:00 PM on the closing date of the recruitment. Postmarks will not be accepted.
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Faxed/emailed application packets will only be accepted to hold a place in the applicant pool. Fax: 530-898-5120.
Faxed/emailed documents MUST promptly be replaced by original documents either in person or through the postal mail.
An annual security report disclosing crime statistics for California State University, Chico can be obtained by contacting the Chico State University Police Department (530-898-5555) or by accessing the following Website: http://www.csuchico.edu/up.
The status, time base, and length of temporary appointments may be changed at the University’s discretion.
NOTE: CSU, Chico is required by federal law to hire only persons authorized to work in the United States. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work within three (3) days of starting employment.
CSU, Chico does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, or disability. Qualified applicants with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation during any phase of the selection process providing such request is made to the Human Resources Office at least five working days in advance.
Fair Share Fees: With the passage of Senate Bill 645, employees holding positions subject to a collective bargaining agreement will be required to pay fair share fees to the representing employee organization. Fair Share fees are mandatory deductions. The amount of fair share fees varies by employee organization and is based upon a percentage of each employee's current gross wages.
GENERAL INFORMATION: A multicultural community with a population of 105,080, Chico is located in the Sacramento Valley near the foothills of the Sierra Nevada’s. Convenient to Sacramento, the San Francisco Bay Area, the Lake Tahoe region, and many state and national parks, Chico retains the charm of a small town while offering excellent medical services, a fine school system, and many cultural attractions. Bidwell Park, the second largest municipal park west of the Mississippi, extends from the city center along a creek, deep into the foothills and canyons. Several publications have highlighted the community of Chico, including one that identified Chico as one of the fifty best towns in the United States, and another named Chico "America's Best Bike Town." The cost of living in Chico is comparable to moderate-size Midwestern cities. More information about CSU, Chico and the Chico community can be found at www.csuchico.edu and www.csuchico.edu/life_in_chico.shtml.
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