Public Interpreter

Are you passionate about promoting cross-cultural understanding and bridging communication gaps? Do you have exceptional language skills and a strong desire to serve the community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Public Interpreter at the State of Arizona. As a Public Interpreter, you will play a crucial role in facilitating communication between non-English speaking individuals and government agencies, ensuring equal access to services and opportunities for all. We are looking for individuals who are fluent in multiple languages, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and have a deep understanding and respect for diverse cultures. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and welcoming community for all residents of Arizona.

1. Facilitate communication between non-English speaking individuals and government agencies.
2. Serve as a liaison between individuals of different cultural backgrounds.
3. Provide interpretation and translation services in a variety of settings.
4. Ensure equal access to services and opportunities for all individuals.
5. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.
6. Continuously improve language skills to effectively communicate with a diverse population.
7. Collaborate with government agencies to develop and implement language access plans.
8. Educate and promote cross-cultural understanding and sensitivity within the community.
9. Maintain accurate and detailed records of interpretation services provided.
10. Adhere to ethical standards and guidelines of interpretation and translation.
11. Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations related to language access and interpretation.
12. Respond to requests for interpretation services in a timely and efficient manner.
13. Handle sensitive and potentially challenging situations with cultural awareness and sensitivity.
14. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
15. Represent the State of Arizona and the language access program with professionalism and integrity.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Public Interpreter in Phoenix, AZ, USA is $48,550 - $73,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and industry. Some interpreters may make more or less than this range.

Arizona, a southwestern U.S. state, is best known for the Grand Canyon, the mile-deep chasm carved by the Colorado River. Flagstaff, a ponderosa pine–covered mountain town, is a major gateway to the Grand Canyon. Other natural sites include Saguaro National Park, protecting cactus-filled Sonoran Desert landscape. Tucson is University of Arizona territory and home to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.