Position Summary:

The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Mandarin/ Fuzhounese /Cantonese Interpreter (Temporary position- minimum 1 year) in its Interpreter Unit /Special Prosecution Bureau. In this position the Interpreter is responsible for providing interpreting and translation support to the unit and office.
 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ability to translate both written and verbal communication from English to Mandarin/ Fuzhounese and Cantonese and Mandarin/ Fuzhounese and Cantonese to English.
• Prepare translated transcriptions from recordings
• Provide interpretations as required by phone conferences or in person interviews.
• Render court testimony on translations and interpretations performed. Proofread translations and provide feedback.
• Attesting to translations and interpretation in various court settings.
• Take telephone requests for language services and update unit database. In a team effort support Unit staff with translation & interpretation assignments as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent oral Mandarin, Fuzhounese and Cantonese skills required, as well as excellent written traditional and simplified Chinese.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Ability to update and edit existing databases.
• Experience in legal simultaneous and consecutive interpretation required.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned caseload.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for translation/interpretation accuracy.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and vendors.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Additional requirements:

• One (1) year commitment to the hiring bureau.
• Court Interpreter Certification preferred.