Administrative Services officer 4 - Interpreter Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4711198) Apply  Administrative Services officer 4 - Interpreter Salary $75,000.00 Annually Location Tn, TN Job Type Full-Time Non Civil Service Job Number PD07517 Department Public Defender Opening Date 11/04/2024 Closing Date 11/18/2024 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description The Metropolitan Public Defender’s Office represents adults accused of crimes in Davidson County who cannot afford to hire a lawyer, and children in Davidson County charged with being delinquent and unable to hire a lawyer. Cases range from the simplest misdemeanor to complex capital murder cases. Our mission is to defend the liberty, honor and constitutional rights of the individuals, of all ages, whose cases have been entrusted to us. Through zealous advocacy, we strive not only to deliver excellence in our representation of each and every client, but also to stand with our clients and the community in working to create a more just, fair and compassionate legal system. The guiding principle of the Office is that each client is entitled to quality representation that recognizes the client's dignity and achieves the best possible outcome for the case. Our attorneys, investigators, client advocates, social workers and legal assistants take great pride in providing a high level of service. This is a Non-Civil service announcement. Provision of Court-Certified quality Spanish language Interpretation and Translation services in support of the mission of the Office of the Metropolitan Public Defender Typical Duties + Provides Spanish Interpretation for staff of the Public Defender’s Office to enable clear communication with clients, visitors, and community members for whom Spanish is their most comfortable language + Ability to travel to the Courthouse, jails, and into the community with Public Defender colleagues to assist in interpretation for client and case-related meetings and interviews + Ability to assist with interviews and/or meetings that may take place in person, over the phone, or via video conference + Demonstrated commitment to client confidentiality and respect for our mission to provide excellence in client-centered representation + Provides Spanish translation of documents and materials created and/or used to accomplish the mission of the Public Defender’s Office + Continually develops knowledge of legal and other related terminology + Prepares and maintains accurate documentation as needed Minimum Qualifications + Certified Court Interpreter with the State of Tennessee + High School Diploma or GED + Knowledge of basic legal terminology + Must demonstrate an acceptable level of written and oral proficiency in Spanish through an interview process with Spanish-speaking staff of the Public Defender’s Office + Knowledge of basic principles of law + Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships + Knowledge of legal interpreter’s ethics and protocols Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply. Note: Per Metro Ordinance No.SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Courtney Bonner at 615-862-5565 or courtneysbonner@jisnashville.gov Full-time, Civil Service positions - 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions - 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information. Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered. 01 Are you fluent in both English and Spanish (able to speak, read, and write proficiently in a professional setting)? + Yes, fluent in both English and Spanish + English only + Spanish Only + Not fluent in either 02 Are you certified as a Spanish interpreter by the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts? + Yes + No Required Question Agency Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email