HEARINGS INTERPRETER
Recruitment #26-003492-0004
| Department | Worker's Compensation Commission |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 9/14/2026 11:00:00 AM |
| Filing Deadline | 10/6/2026 11:59:00 PM |
| Salary | $24.04 - $35.12/hour |
| Employment Type |
Part-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Paige Bailey |
| Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
| Telework Eligible | Yes |
Introduction
OUR MISSION
The Maryland Workers' Compensation Commission seeks to
secure the equitable and timely administration of the provisions of the
Maryland Workers' Compensation law on behalf of its customer, the injured
workers, and their employers, by providing an efficient forum for the
resolution of individual claims.
OUR VISION
The Workers' Compensation Commission envisions a state
wherein injured workers and employers are empowered to create an equitable
partnership to facilitate prompt and fair resolution of workers' compensation
matters.
ABOUT US
Together we profoundly touch the lives of so many people and
have enormous responsibility to the community by fulfilling our mission of
securing equitable and timely administration of the law. The Commission
continues to provide services to our constituent partners at a level rarely met
throughout the United States. The professionalism, work ethic, and
technological acumen manifest in our operations allows us to smoothly and
effectively manage the challenges which invariably arise. Every division
within the agency plays a vital role in keeping us in the forefront
nationally...
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Provides verbal Spanish interpretation and translation services in various hearing settings, interpreting between spoken English and Spanish in both consecutive and simultaneous modes for administrative and legal proceedings at the Commission. Works with attorneys, Commissioners, Commission staff and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication in hearings. Maintaining Accuracy & Neutrality: Preserves the meaning, tone, and intent of the original message without bias or personal influence. Adheres to ethical standards of interpretation and confidentiality, ensuring impartiality and discretion in sensitive legal matters.
Translating written documents, including WCC forms, claim forms, and other related materials. Converts written documents, unrepresented forms, or legal materials from English to Spanish and vice versa while ensuring accuracy and clarity.
Responding to phone and email inquiries from Spanish-speaking individuals regarding hearings and other related WCC services.
Assists in monitoring other interpreter activities and reporting inconsistencies to the appropriate Commission staff.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three years of experience providing formal interpretation and translation services between English and a second language. Formal interpretation services may include documented work as a volunteer interpreter for a nonprofit, human service or faith-based organization.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute courses from an accredited college or university, on a year-for-year basis, for up to two years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute additional experience interpreting and translating between English and a second language for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in interpreter/translator classification or interpreter/translator specialty codes in the foreign affairs field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year experience with the simultaneous and consecutive interpretation of testimony, questions and responses during legal proceedings
Certified Court Interpreter designated by the Maryland
Judiciary Administrative Office of the Courts
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty
attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or
deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number
(Easy ID#) and job announcement number (26-003492-0004) on any documentation to
ensure timely processing.
Submission of a resume is strongly encouraged.
PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION
Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:
Workers' Compensation Commission
Attn: Personnel Division
10 E. Baltimore Street, 7th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
The MD State Application Form can be found online.
For more information, please email wccpers@wcc.state.md.us.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Workers' Compensation Commission is an equal opportunity
employer. It is the policy of WCC that all persons have equal opportunity and
access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to
race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status,
parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
| Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
| View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
| Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |
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