If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application and accompanying materials, please e-mail: talent@disabilityrightsca.org.  Please note resume and cover letter are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

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We welcome D/deaf and Disabled applicants to apply.

LOCATION:

Los Angeles area-Hybrid (Office and Home).

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Non-exempt; Regular; Full time (37.5 hrs.).

SALARY RANGE:

$25.64/hr. - $33.23/hr..

We base salary and position offers on experience and an internal equity analysis.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

Including 8% 401k Match, a language differential up to $250/mo. Health (HMO and PPO options), dental, vision, basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance and flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent care and commuter). Additionally, we offer ample vacation, sick/self care leave and eighteen paid holidays (including the last week in December) and more….. We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open until filled. Applications should be received by May 10th, 2024 to be considered for the first round of interviews. 

WHO WE ARE

Disability Rights California (DRC) defends, advances, and strengthens the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities.

DRC works for a world where all disabled people have power and are treated with dignity and respect. In this world, people with disabilities are supported, valued, included in their communities, afforded the same opportunities as people without disabilities, and make their own decisions.

DRC values all forms of human diversity. We are committed to a culture of belonging where all people are welcome. In order to be effective advocates for all people with disabilities, we must address discrimination in all its forms, including the unique challenges faced by people who experience the intersection of multiple systems of discrimination.

ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (ACE)

Focused on serving all Californians with disabilities, the Advocacy and Community Engagement (ACE) Practice Group consists of committed advocates and attorneys who work together to empower people to self-advocate and help them resolve their legal issues. We provide training and self-advocacy workshops, advice, and assistance on the intake hotline, coordinate and implement community-based legal clinics, provide short-term advocacy on limited legal issues, and organize community members for future systemic litigation by Disability Rights California. Our staff are as diverse as the communities we seek to serve and are committed to reaching and empowering underrepresented and underserved communities.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The ASL Interpreter Coordinator coordinates American Sign Language Interpreters and Captionist services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Late Deafened, and Deaf Disabled staff and provides clerical support in a fast-paced environment. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions include:

• Seamlessly coordinate and track external American Sign Language Interpreters and Captionist service providers for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Late Deafened, and Deaf Disabled Staff (including themselves, if applicable) in all related DRC meetings, events, and activities.
• Develop and maintain a scheduling system for all ASL interpreter requests for assigned staff.
• Interface with DRC practice groups and across units to help them make ASL requests for meetings with assigned staff.
• Consult with practice groups and DRC staff when they are booking interpreters for community events/outreaches/trainings.
• Maintain and monitor an ASL interpreter master list for statewide requests; update the list regularly to ensure information is current.
• Serve as primary contact for ASL interpreting agencies and interface with interpreters as needed.
• Respond to issues and questions related to interpreters.
• Educate DRC staff on the process for requesting interpreters and working with service providers.
• Collaborate with the Reasonable Accommodation Specialist to develop training tools and protocols on ASL Interpretation Coordination across DRC.
• Perform a variety of administrative support activities and assure accuracy and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

(Applicants MUST meet EACH of the minimum qualifications to be considered for an interview.)

• High school diploma and 2-3 years of experience in administrative duties.
• Bilingual (English and ASL) required. Demonstrated fluency of ASL and English vocabulary and ability to voice match the appropriate register to the situation.
• Knowledge of nationally recognized certification requirements (RID/NAD).
• Possess a thorough understanding of appropriate interpreter protocols and the RID Code of Professional Conduct, familiar with Assistive Listening Devices.
• Demonstrated organizational skills related to scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability to assess staff needs and interpreting skills to make effective matches between staff and service providers.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities and meet critical deadlines.
• Experienced in learning and applying emerging technological advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Professional decorum and ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to the ethic standards outlined in the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) code of professional conduct.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using sound judgement and critical thinking.
• Must have effective communication skills across a variety of modalities and environments.
• Ability to balance multiple auditory and visual demands simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of standard office applications ex: Microsoft Office, Teams, and Outlook.
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Deaf Culture.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

(Applicants DO NOT have to meet any of the Desirable Qualifications to be considered for an interview.)

• Ability to communicate fluently and write effectively in a third language such as Spanish, an Asian language, or an Indigenous language.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Demonstrated competence in viewing and working with people with disabilities holistically.
• Join professional development training and or courses to maintain best practices in the field of interpreting and Deaf services.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on a team.

BILINGUAL ABILITY:

No additional language is required.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

This job has no licenses or certificates requirements.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel infrequently for activities such as training or outreach activities up to 25% of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following describes general working conditions and requirements of the job, which can be performed with or without disability-related reasonable accommodations:

• Duties are performed between an office, home environment and the field in a wide range of settings, including courthouses, facilities, or other institutional settings, or in community-based settings.
• Duties require regular communications over online platforms.
• Must be able to transport oneself to work-related meetings, training, and community events.