ASL Interpreter

LS2 Educational Assistant 2

Term/full-time

1 year with possibility of extension

Department of Finance

Engagement, Communications and Engagement

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44521

Salary(s): LS2 $50, $61,487.00 per year

Closing Date: November 23, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Communications and Engagement Division (CED) is the central government division dedicated to engaging Manitobans in the work of government, by delivering the message of government policy and programs to staff, the media and the public in dynamic, effective ways; advancing openness and transparency across government; and increasing engagement and participation in the decision-making process.

As a member of the Engagement Branch, the ASL Interpreter is responsible for making government communications more accessible and inclusive through simultaneous, consecutive, and at times escort interpretation services. The primary focus of this role is to provide interpretation for government announcements, events, and press conferences, with a secondary focus on interpretation for internal department communications, video remote interpretation and front-line service delivery.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family-related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

• Must be a member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI)
• Must be able to travel throughout Manitoba and some overnight stays may be required

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Degree or Diploma from an accredited post-secondary American Sign Language (ASL)/English Interpreter Program
• Experience in interpreting between American Sign Language (ASL) and English including proficiency in multiple interparty modes: simultaneous, consecutive, escort and educational
• Ability to interpret a wide range of topics and issues in emergency and scheduled settings; familiarity with health, legal and community services
• Experience interpreting in both small and large group settings
• Strong organizational and time management skills demonstrating adaptability to unforeseen changes in schedule, interruptions, and a high workload
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop, foster, and maintain respectful relationships with both internal and external parties and multi-disciplinary teams
• Political acumen, with the ability to work with sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion with a proven commitment to advancing truth and reconciliation
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Strong verbal communication skills in English

Desired:

• Membership in good standing with the Manitoba Association of Visual Language Interpreters (MAVLI)

Duties:

The ASL/English Interpreter is a specialized position which provides American Sign Language (ASL) and English interpretation to help facilitate communication between Deaf, deafened and hard-of-hearing Manitobans. The ASL/English Interpreter is fluent in both American Sign Language and spoken English and provides simultaneous, consecutive, escort and educational interpreting services.

This position:

• Ensures the Manitoba government improves accessibility for Manitobans who are Deaf and hard of hearing by interpreting at public announcements and public events highlighting major government programs, services and policies.
• Provides interpreting services for political and civil servants when addressing matters that impact the health, safety and well-being of Manitobans.
• Improves the inclusion of public servants by providing departmental and interdepartmental interpretive services to facilitate communication between colleagues.
• Supports departments assisting Manitobans who are Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing by providing day-to-day interpretive services.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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