Fresno Superior Court Is Hiring A Punjabi Interpreter Intermittent Part Time

Join the California Superior Courts as a Court Certified Interpreter! 🌐

If you're passionate about language and justice, explore the exciting opportunity to become a court-certified interpreter for California's Superior Courts. Find detailed information and application details in the official courts.ca.gov website.

Compensation & Classification 💰

Title	Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4
Interpreter, Intermittent, Part-time	$45.34 (Half Day)	$46.68	$48.10	$49.55 (Full Day)
	$50.28 (Half Day)	$51.78	$53.35	$54.95 (Full Day)

Note: A resume is required but will not replace the need for a completed application.

Role Overview 📋

Definition: Performs a wide variety of language interpretation activities on an assigned and as-needed basis for the Superior Courts of California, serving parties such as witnesses, defendants, attorneys, court personnel, and the public.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a single-level classification. Employees perform both consecutive and simultaneous interpretation of courtroom proceedings, including sight translation (reading written texts and providing oral translations) as needed.

Typical Tasks & Essential Functions 🔧

• Interpret from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes during court proceedings and related departments.
• Make sight translations of documents such as court petitions, reports, waivers, disposition statements, and other official papers.
• Interpret for judges, attorneys, court staff, and other court-related departments under court directives.
• Notify the court of any issues that may impede interpretative performance.
• Research and understand specialized court terminology, including legal, technological, scientific, and medical terms.
• Review daily court dockets and assignments, and accurately complete logs and documentation as required.
• Provide basic court information to non-English speaking public and process related interpretation documents.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements 🎓

Licenses & Certifications ✅

• A valid Class "C" driver's license or equivalent, or an alternative method of transportation.
• Possession of a valid Certified Court Interpreter certificate issued by the Judicial Council of California or registration as a Court Interpreter.

Skills & Knowledge 🧠

• Accurately interpret in simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation modes without editing or summarizing.
• Use correct grammar and vocabulary in both English and the non-English language, assuming correct usage by the source speaker.
• Remain impartial and accurate, even in adversarial or emotionally charged situations.
• Understand legal concepts and forensic terminology in both languages.
• Familiarity with regional and cultural variations and continuous research into language usage.
• Proficiency with office equipment such as computers, telephones, and copiers, including interpretation equipment.
• Adherence to California statutes, Rules of Court, and professional interpretive standards (California Rules of Court Rule 984.4).
• Professional interaction skills, maintaining a cooperative attitude with colleagues and court personnel.

Additional Information 📌

Background Investigation: Convictions may be disqualifying depending on specifics. A modified background check and fingerprinting are required. Falsification of employment or background details can lead to disqualification or dismissal.

Request for Reasonable Accommodations 💙

The Superior Court of California, County of Fresno is committed to equal opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you need assistance during the application process, contact Human Resources at (559) 457-2050 or via email at hr@fresno.courts.ca.gov. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals may use the California Relay Service by dialing 711.