The Queens County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Mandarin-English Interpreter.  The Mandarin-English Interpreter will work in the Grand Jury Bureau, providing interpretation, transcription, and translation services for witnesses, victims, and defendants in criminal cases.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• consecutive and simultaneous interpretation
• translating legal documents
• transcribing audio and video recordings
• proofreading translations
• providing court testimony on translations and interpretations performed
• adhering to QDA policies
• assisting with other related duties, as assigned by supervisory staff

Preferred Education and Qualification Requirements:

Qualified candidates must have at least a high school diploma or educational equivalent. Candidates must be court-certified and have oral and written fluency in Mandarin and English. Candidates must have passed an examination for interpreters administered by the State or have equivalent qualifications.

Candidates with certifications in legal interpreting or who have completed college-level interpreting programs are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be able to multi-task, communicate effectively, and maintain high accuracy and confidentiality during interpretation.

Applicants must be able to work regularly Monday – Friday, 9 am- 5 pm.

Application Information:

Salary Range: $70,000 -75,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K and more.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protective characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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