Introduction
**PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY**
As a State
agency, Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) is an affirmative action
and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to the full inclusion of all
qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, physical or
mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
veteran status or genetic information.
All
applicants must be able to communicate with employees and vendors and possess
the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Applicants must
be able to multitask, and travel to various courtrooms and office environments
throughout the state. MOPD is further committed to providing equal opportunity
and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its
services, programs and activities by modifying or adjusting the job application
process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the
known applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee be considered
for the position they desire; to perform the essential functions of the
position in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment
as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities,
unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. Applicants must be able to
operate a computer, cell phone and other office equipment. Applicants must have
access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If a
reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, Human
Resources Supervisor, 410-767-8503 tawandal.jackson@maryland.gov.
The Office of the Public Defender is seeking a Bilingual
Interpreter who is detailed oriented person with experience working with
arrested persons, attorneys, law enforcement and courtroom personnel to fill a
full time Bilingual Interpreter vacancy available in our Upper Marlboro,
Maryland office. The Bilingual Translator interprets and translates in both consecutive and simultaneous modes
from English to another language for clients and agency staff. Interviews
clients in need of State services either in person or via telephone and
interprets and translates verbal information. Translates informational
brochures, flyers, pamphlets, or other written materials from English to
another language. Interprets and translates a variety of information,
such as medical or financial information, for clients and agency staff.
Communicates services provided by agency to non-English speaking members of the
community either in person or via telephone. Bilingual skills are required
for this position. Applicants must be able to speak, read and write
proficiently in both Spanish and English.
GRADE
ASTD8
LOCATION OF POSITION
14735 Main
Street, Suite 272-B, Courthouse, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Main Purpose of Job
An Interviewer/Translator is the full performance level of work interpreting between spoken English and another language in both consecutive and simultaneous modes in a variety of settings in local health departments or State facilities. Employees in this classification interview clients in need of State services and produce translations between English and another language in a variety of forms, documents, reports, and correspondence. Employees in this classification interpret and translate with a high degree of accuracy as these interactions could cause misinterpretations or mistranslations with adverse consequences. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.
Employees in this classification receive general supervision from a health professional, administrator or program-level manager. The work may require that employees travel off-site to provide translation services, such as community fairs or home visitations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six months 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 additional experience interpreting and translating between English and a second language on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Linguist or Language Capability classifications or Linguist or Language Capability specialty codes in the Linguistic field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency in data entry, strong
communication skills and experience working in a fast-paced retail or office
environment. Customer service experience and a strong interest in working
with indigent defendants and their families.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Bilingual skills are required
for this position. Applicants must be able to speak, read and write proficiently
in both Spanish and English.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
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.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination
will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to
the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a
qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your
application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and
accurate information on your application. Report all experience and
education that is related to this position.
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 who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave
accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours
per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online
Applications Preferred. Please fax all paper
applications and questionnaires to (410) 333-2260.
Inquiries
regarding applications and submitting paper applications can be directed to:
Office of the Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street,
Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD 21202; or by calling (410) 767-8500, toll free:
877-430-5187; TTY users call Maryland Relay Service 800-735-2258. Please
be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job
announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
A paper copy of
the MD State application form and questionnaire can be downloaded from the link
below.
As an Equal
Opportunity Employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
