Staff Interpreting Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority Full time

Competition #:2023-03

Position:
Permanent, Full-Time

Location:
Flexible, within Nova Scotia

Initial Posting Date:
January 16, 2023

Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled

Salary:
In accordance with the APSEA/NSGEU Collective Agreement

Anticipated Start Date:
As soon as possible

Who We Are


APSEA is an interprovincial cooperative agency established in 1975 by joint agreement among the Ministers of Education of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.


APSEA provides educational services, programs, and opportunities for children and youth who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired who reside in Atlantic Canada.

Our employees support learners to reach their highest potential for an independent, self-sufficient, and fulfilling life.

What We Offer
APSEA offers meaningful opportunities to help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inspiring, supportive, and inclusive.

In joining APSEA's team, you would receive:

  • Access to a Pension Plan
  • Access to Comprehensive Health and Dental benefits
  • Paid vacation
  • Professional learning opportunities

Position Details


Reporting to the Supervisor of Accessibility Services, the Staff Interpreting Coordinator is responsible for providing ASL English Interpretation as well as coordinating staff-related interpretation services in response to organizational interpreting needs.


The Staff Interpreting Coordinator will:

  • Manage requests and scheduling for interpreting services (American Sign Language and other languages) by balancing the needs across the organization
  • Provide interpreting services for meetings and presentations of various sizes across departments and the APSEA organizations
  • Ensures all preparation materials are provided and shared with interpreters
  • Organizes C.A.R.T services if required within a scheduling request
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are among APSEA's guiding principles. Moreover, diversity within APSEA is a strength that must be cultivated. It is the responsibility of every ASPEA employee to foster a culture that embraces and promotes diversity.

Requirements:

  • Graduate of a Sign Language interpreter training program is required.
  • A University Degree.
  • Minimum of five (5) years work experience with ASL English Interpreting.
  • Preferred professional certifications from the following are desirable: CASLI
  • Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters, RID
  • Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Canadian Government Translation Bureau, Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA), and/or other Interpreter Screenings.
  • Needs to be flexible in order to support various assignments.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain accuracy, paying close attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in working within a virtual environment; using Outlook, online database(s)/booking systems, and video conferencing platforms.
  • Ability to work both independently with mínimal supervision and work collaboratively within a team.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of regional sign language variations.
  • Access to a reliable mode of transportation is required, as occasional travel within the Atlantic Provinces may occur.
  • Work experience in an administration role is an asset.
  • Advocacy work and/or volunteer work within the community is an asset.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
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