Job Description

<p>Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.</p> <p>We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents; we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!</p> <h3>Certified Interpreter Bilingual/Spanish Combined Courts</h3> <p>Hourly Pay Rate: $25.93 - $29.89</p> <p>Closing Date: July 31, 2024 or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions</p> <h3>Job Summary:</h3> <p>Under general supervision, interpret testimony for a variety of proceeding before the court as required by law for all court proceedings.</p> <h3>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</h3> <ul> <li>Provide interpretive and translation services for court proceedings for defendants, victims, or witnesses.</li> <li>Providing interpreter and translation services during proceedings before the court.</li> <li>Provide interpretive services for external agencies to perform psychological evaluations for law enforcement agencies, the Public Defender's Office, and the District Attorney's Office.</li> <li>Translate various court related documents including letters, legal documents, and other forms as needed.</li> </ul> <h3>Minimum Requirements:</h3> <ul> <li>Current Wisconsin Resident</li> <li>Wisconsin Driver's License</li> <li>One year of experience working as a State Certified Court Interpreter</li> <li>State of Wisconsin Certification as a Spanish/English Interpreter</li> </ul> <p>This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.</p> <p>APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION PG 22 KM</p> <p>Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.</p>