American Sign Language Interpreter

Job Description

IPTACS Seeks an American Sign language (ASL) - Interpreter at the The Communications and Electronics Command: Software Engineering Center (CECOM: SEC) in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland to provide reasonable accommodations for hearing impaired employees to ensure compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, the American Disabilities Act and Presidential Executive Order 13164. The Goal of CECOM:SEC is to provide disabled employees access to and use of information technology and electronic data, comparable to that of the employees and members of the public without disabilities.

The CECOM:SEC mission is to ensure operational readiness by developing, providing, integrating and maintaining Army C5ISR , logistics and business software by providing a trusted high performing team who lives the Army values and delivers software to enable the Expeditionary Army.

Specifically, ASL - Interpreter services will be primarily performed onsite at Aberdeen Proving Ground. CECOM:SEC occupies several administrative facilities to include buildings 6002 of the C5ISR Complex; however, interpretative services may be required in various public facilities on the installation for Workforce Briefings, Awards Ceremonies, etc. Authorized staff will escort the contractor to other locations on the base.

The contractor shall be required to get a pass upon entering APG at the Visitor Center located at either Aberdeen North or Aberdeen South (Edgewood). The Interpreting Service begin upon arrival at the CECOM offices located in the C5ISR campus.

The ASL- interpreter will function as an independent contractor and not as an agent of the government and shall possess skills, knowledge, training, and experience to perform the required tasks.

• Benefits:  None – This is a 1099 Contract Position
• Typical Week Schedule:  Core business hours are from 0700-1700, (Monday through Friday). Business operations requiring the use of an interpreter will be limited to 0800-1630 for a maximum of thirty-eight (38) events per period.
• This Job Is:  A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply.
• Schedule:  Monday to Friday | No weekends | Day shift | 8-hour shift
• Work Location:  One location -Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.

 Security: The ASL-interpreter shall provide at a minimum a driver’s license for ID purposes with a badge or name tag, including picture, company name and the word Contractor below it. All personnel must prominently display their name tags at all times while in a work capacity and shall be required to get a pass upon entering APG at the Visitor Center.

Qualifications

The ASL Interpreter shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

Personnel Criteria:

The ASL - Interpreter must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. The candidate must present a neat appearance commensurate with that required of a professional and must not engage in any action, association, or behavior that can cause damage, embarrassment or any other harm to the U.S. Government. 

Qualifications Criteria - ASL - Interpreter Must Have The Following Qualifications

A minimum of five (5) years' of full-time relevant work experience, defined as a minimum of five (5) years of full-time employment within the last fifteen (15) years working as an American Sign language interpreter with proof of certification in American Sign Language and three (3) years of experience in submitting proposals. The candidate must be able to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed and length of the statement of the speaker.

Other Required Criteria:

• Strong Written And Oral Communications in the  English language.
• Proficiency in MS Office 
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited University. 
• Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal supervision.
• U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All candidates must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office.

Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

* Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader

* Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives

* Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people

* Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing

* Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions

* Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams

* Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications

* Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

* Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.

* Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.

* Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors

* Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together

* Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference

* Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom