Job Title

Spanish Translator - Stephenville

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Global and Community Connections

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

The Spanish Translator, under direction, serves as a translator for various University events and needs in assigned language. Interprets both verbal and written English communications, including both verbal and non-verbal, into assigned language. May be asked to accompany teams to Tarleton off-site locations or other locations such as school districts.  Work hours vary depending on time of year, number of events, and availability of other interpreters.

The position is primarily located on the Stephenville campus, and is temporary in nature based on the needs of the University, with a maximum of 19 work hours per week. 

Responsibilities:

Provides well-spoken and accurate translations of information from English to assigned language that is understood by cross-cultural speakers of the focus language.

Adopts translations to be understood uniformly by different groups of individuals from around the world.

Edits and revises information prepared by others to ensure proper grammar and tone for target audiences.

Provides both verbal and non-verbal interpretation of material between English speakers and others using the service.

Transmits information accurately between English-speaking subject matter experts and audiences.

Works with technology to create engaging experience for participants.

Serves as University representatives at events to meet, greet, welcome, and build relationships with guests in need of translation services; requires outstanding customer services skills.

Availability to serves at various events ranging from Orientations, Special University celebrations such as Family Weekend, Graduations, or Homecoming, assists with various initiatives such as recruitment visits to various schools and family nights in specified languages.

Completes any assigned or required trainings and meetings.

Accompanies teams to Tarleton Fort Worth locations or other locations such as Fort Worth school districts. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Language fluency in both English and Spanish; excellent verbal and written communication skills, in both languages.

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Team-focused.

Excellent customer service skills.

Adhere to Tarleton State University’s policies and procedures.

Demonstrate adaptability to needs of various settings and events.

The hourly compensation is $18.00 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. This position is part-time and not eligible for benefits.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

Completed online application

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.