I. Position Title:

   District Translator

Position Definition:

Under general supervision, to prepare written translations of correspondence, educational and general materials from English to Spanish; to provide oral interpretation for District staff; to perform typing, record keeping, filing and general office clerical work, and to do related work as may be required.

Responsibilities:
Translate correspondence, minutes, notices, bulletins, press releases, educational material and forms into written format using appropriate expressions, comprehensibility, grammar and syntax. Review translated materials submitted by other personnel and edit for accuracy. Serve as a technical resource person for the District, providing oral translation as needed explaining words and phrases for meaning and appropriateness. Provide translator/interpreter services as needed to other District personnel as assigned by the administrator; act as interpreter for foreign language speaking parents and children in the course of District Office operation. Type, proofread and correct materials written in a foreign language; prepare materials for reprographics. Answer, screen and rote telephone calls, type bulletins and memoranda including materials of a confidential nature; independently compose letters on routine matters. Attend group meetings as appropriate. Perform variety of clerical functions including typing, filing, shorthand dictation, documentation, recordkeeping, and receptionist duties. Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: Interpreting and translating techniques; structure of English and Spanish languages including pronunciation, spelling, grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and comprehension; regional differences in word usage and idioms; modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.
Ability to: Speak, read and write effectively in English and Spanish; produce written material in appropriate, grammatically correct Spanish; edit articles for publication; understand and carry out oral and written directions; paraphrase and condense without changing the meaning of original material; understand and participate in conversations in Spanish with a high degree of precision of vocabulary and fluency.

Skills:
Keyboard at a rate of not less than 55 words per minute (in English) from clear, legible copy. Dictation skills (shorthand, speed writing, or other methods) at advanced level desirable.

Education, Experience, and Licenses:
Education:Graduation from High School or equivalent, INCLUDING OR SUPPLEMENTED BY college courses in Spanish and courses/training/seminars in office practices
PROOF OF EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS MUST ACCOMPANY APPLICATION
Experience: Two (2) years increasingly responsible clerical experience, including composing, editing and/or translating materials in English and Spanish.
License Requirements: Must posses a valid California Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record to qualify for insurability with the District’s insurance carrier.