Position Title: ASL Interpreter & Data/Assessment
Classification: Administrative Specialist 2
Salary: $3,398- $5,148 monthly Base Salary Before PERS*
Representation: SEIU
PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem-...
Type: Academic Year, Full-Time
Eligible for 5% Bilingual Differential
If you are an experienced ASL interpreter with knowledge of administrative support, who is also passionate about using data and information to increase students success in Education, we hope you will apply! We are seeking an ASL Interpreter & Data/Assessment Administrative Specialist 2 to join the Oregon School for the Deaf at the Oregon Department of Education. This position is an Academic year position and works when students are in school at the Oregon School for the Deaf. This position offers an excellent home/life balance, generous benefits, and a talented, engaged and dedicated team that provides an exciting and fun work environment.
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Our Agency Mission:
The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
About Oregon School for the Deaf:
All students enrolled at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) are entitled to the best education that our resources can provide. Each student is valued as a unique individual, to be treated with dignity, in an atmosphere where individual differences are accepted. The ideal candidates are committed to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential in ASL and English, while also supporting their individual communication needs.
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What you will do!
This position resides on the Administrative Support Team within the Oregon School for the Deaf. The Administrative Support Team is made up of 5 staff working together to support the operation of the school. The team communicates and supports each other in every area. We have weekly clerical team meetings to discuss upcoming activities or meetings. The team is fun to work with and has a great sense of humor, making coming in to work even more pleasant.
The major purpose of this job is to provide interpreting service for our staff and students, especially for IEP (Individualized Education Program) and other meetings or trainings. Some IEPs will be occurring through zoom. The interpreting part of the job will be limited to 4 hours a day. The other major part of this job would be to complete required state data collections as well as do test assessment with our students.
Interpreting for IEPs can get tense and challenging at times which can make it exciting. Doing the test assessments provide us with valuable data needed to work with students on areas to improve which can be a rewarding experience. There are also opportunities for fun volunteering experiences with different activities such as the Nightmare Factory.
Your day could consist of the following:
Interpret IEP/Eligibility meetings, committee meetings and trainings for OSD Staff and/or students as well as other venues both online and in person across the state of Oregon.
Interpret for administrators in high level meetings with state agencies, legislators, Board of Trustees, and Educational Service Districts.
Provide professional delivery of interpreting services including the reporting to assignments on time and adhering to the interpreters’ code of professional conduct and standards of practice.
Set up computer tests, schedule and administrate assessments.
Train staff to proctor assessments and use assessment/IEP/PBIS/student information systems related software and data.
Perform data calculations to provide meaningful, usable data reports.
Provide data support for internal/external partners and collecting data.
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Minimum Qualifications (Need to have):
Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications (Need to have):
Level 4 American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) required- Description of ASLPI levels can be found at https://www.gallaudet.edu/asl-diagnostic-and-evaluation-services/aslpi/a....
Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 3.5 required, per OAR 581-015-2035
Fingerprint Based Background Check - Applicants will be subject to a finger-print based criminal history check including driving record. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude an appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.
Desired Attributes (Nice to have):
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
Proficiency in operating a variety of software and hardware including excel and database programs.
Experience creating, collecting and disseminating data, information, reports, and creating data formats.
Experience with school-related databases and adhering to confidentiality practices.
Experience and knowledge of working with K-12 students.
Experience in providing professional delivery of interpreting services, adhering to the interpreters code of professional conduct and standards of practice.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Mandatory Working Conditions and Working/Hiring Considerations:
Works with active deaf and hard-of-hearing children throughout the day. May be required to supervise students during special activities. May work with students who have severe emotional or behavioral problems with whom physical restraint techniques may need to be used. May be exposed to communicable diseases.
Our amazing benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
11 paid holidays per year,
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year,
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month,
Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Upload a resume and cover letter.
In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages).
Application Tips:
Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.
In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.
