Job title: Interpreter (American Sign Language (ASL))
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThis position is in the Bureau of Global Talent Management (GTM), Office of Accessibility and Accommodations (OAA), Disabilities and Reasonable Accommodation Division (DRAD). OAA serves as a centralized hub for disability services, aligning with the Department’s overarching diplomatic mission.After an initial training and travel documentation is complete, this position will be converted to a Limited Non-Career Foreign Service Appointment with an initial overseas post of US Embassy Ankara.Overview
- Accepting applications
Open & closing dates07/15/2024 to 07/26/2024Salary$117,962 – $153,354 per yearThe salary will be adjusted based on the designated overseas work location.Pay scale & gradeGS 13Locations1 vacancy in the following locations:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel Required76% or greater – Once the initial training period has been completed, the position will have a designated work location at an overseas post but must be prepared to provide services both within and outside the country, and globally at other duty stations. For international assignments, the incumbent is responsible for securing all necessary travel documents, vaccinations, and completing any required security procedures prior to departure.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeTemporary – This is a temporary appointment, not-to-exceed 90 days, for the purpose of domestic training prior to conversion to a Limited Non-Career Foreign Service Appointment to accompany a Foreign Service Officer.Work scheduleFull-time – Work hours may flex to meet assignment timelines, reflecting the role’s dynamic nature. Some overtime may be required.ServiceExceptedPromotion potential13Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberHRSC/GTMEX-2024-0043Control number799948900This job is open toDuties
- Facilitates communication between ASL users and English speakers for a variety of events, including routine staff meetings, technical discussions, security investigations, diplomatic negotiations, and formal events with ambassadors and dignitaries.
- Interprets in-person, uses remote interpreting technologies, and engages in post-production work to ensure digital accessibility, adapting to the Department’s hybrid environment.
- Serves as the principal interpreter, coordinating logistics such as pre-conference meetings, establishing interpreting teams, preparing briefing materials, conducting rehearsals, and facilitating post-event debriefings.
- Leads interpreter teams in sign choices, ensuring the selection of appropriate signs for accurately identifying groups of people, navigating politically sensitive subjects, and appropriately representing countries through sign language.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
- Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
- Obtain/maintain eligibility to access Sensitive Compartmented Information
- This position requires the applicant to pass a Language Proficiency Test.
- This position requires a Diplomatic Passport
- Medical clearance will be required prior to departing for designated work location at an overseas post.
QualificationsApplicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience in translating, interpreting, or other work requiring the use of English and American Sign Language (ASL); or a combination of work (that required English and ASL) and training at the Defense Language Institute, Foreign Service Institute, or comparable training.IN ADDITION, this position requires the following additional specialized experience:
- Experience providing American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting services in compliance with laws and orders, such as the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Experience utilizing technologies and resources to provide video conference/remote interpreting services.
- Experience providing interpreting services to ensure communication and cooperation across various cultural contexts
THE FOLLOWING SELECTIVE FACTOR IS REQUIRED:Must have experience in interpretation of American Sign Language (ASL) into English, demonstrated through certification recognized by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or a similar body, adhering to professional standards outlined in the RID/National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Code of Professional Conduct (CPC).In addition to language proficiency, interpreters commit to ongoing learning by deepening their understanding of relevant subjects through reading, research, and training. To prepare for diverse tasks, they may review briefing materials, conduct pre-assignment briefings, or conduct online research. Research may be necessitated in multiple languages.The following are examples of work in the required language that may have provided the required abilities: Community Sign Language Interpreter, Educational Sign Language Interpreter, or Sign Language Interpreting Specialist. International organizational work, such as the Peace Corps, World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI), World Bank, World Federation of the Deaf, or other relevant organizations. Professor or student of American Sign Language or Deaf Studies.**ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE TESTED BY THE AGENCY FOR PROFICIENCY ON A PASS/FAIL BASIS PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT.**There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 positionEducationSee the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements, if applicable.Additional informationThis is a temporary appointment, not-to-exceed 90 days, for the purpose of domestic training prior to conversion to a Limited Non-Career Foreign Service Appointment with an initial overseas post of US Embassy Ankara.A Limited Non-Career Foreign Service Appointments (LNAs) is a temporary appointment in the Foreign Service. Initial LNA appointments typically have a duration of two years, depending on the Post. There is a maximum statutory limit of five years for LNA appointments. State regulations require that LNAs must return to the Department and serve in a 12-month domestic assignment between 5-year LNAs.Required Training prior to conversion includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Counter Threat Awareness Training (CTAT)
For at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to similar positions in any Bureau/Office listed on this announcement for approximately 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Expected salary: $117962 – 153354 per year
Location: Washington DC
Job date: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 01:14:00 GMT
Apply for the job now!
