Range 33 DEFINITION: The Translator, under the supervision of the Coordinator for the English Language Learners (ELL) Program, performs oral and written translations from English into a designated language or from a designated language into English; performs routine clerical duties; and performs other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Provides district-wide accurate and concise translations of bulletins, reports, handbooks, curriculum material, questionnaires, tests, notices, minutes of meetings, correspondence, and other material as needed. • Translates a variety of documents from English into a designated language to communicate effectively with non-English-speaking parents and the community; proofread documents to ensure accuracy. • Performs translations of various materials including notices, memorandums, letters, forms, flyers, and newsletters for a variety of school and District programs and events. • Operates computer and other office equipment as assigned; duplicates, mails, faxes, and files translated materials. • Communicates with schools and district personnel regarding translations and timelines; prioritizes and organizes work. • Administers and scores oral bilingual tests as requested. • Performs related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: • Correct usage, vocabulary, grammar, spelling and punctuation in English and designated language. • Terminology, forms, and material of the District. • Operation of a computer and assigned office equipment. • Health regulations and safe working methods and procedures. • Proper lifting techniques. • District policies, rules and regulations. • Type at a net corrected speed of 45 words per minute. • Translate written communication from English to designated language and vice-versa. • Provide a finished product related to written translations including typewritten or legible hand-written products. • Maintain confidentiality of information. • Prioritize and schedule work. • Work independently with little direction. • Observe health and safety regulations • Work cooperatively with others. • Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Education/Training/Required Certification: • High school graduate or equivalent. • Two years of related experience involving the translation of written and oral material from English into a designated foreign language. • Possession of a valid California driver’s license. • College-level courses in language or other related courses desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Work conditions may include exposure to fumes, dust, odors, cleaning agents and chemicals. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.