JOB SUMMARY:

Interpret and translate clearly and accurately from Spanish to English and English to Spanish

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Perform consecutive and simultaneous interpretations in Grand Jury panels, the Complaint Room and Video Statements
2. Converse and write fluently in Spanish and ensure the confidentiality of information
3. Interpret and transcribe video and audio recordings from Spanish to English
4. Maintain records of complete interpretations and other assignments as needed
5. Travel to area hospitals and precincts to interpret interviews
6. All other duties as assigned

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

7. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of full-time paid satisfactory experience, in a professional setting, performing oral interpreting and written translating from Spanish into English and vice versa.
8. Ability to work a flexible scheduling including a schedule or rotating night and weekend shifts
9. Excellent written and oral communication skills
10. Ability to work in a fast paced environment
11. Excellent customer service skills
12. Familiarity with general court services and functionalities preferred

Note: Due to the necessary service needs of this position, the selected candidates will be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Job posted until: Filled

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion