COURT INTERPRETER - 22011999

Requisition No: 878997 Agency: State Courts System Working Title: COURT INTERPRETER - 22011999 Pay Plan: State Courts System Position Number: 22011999 Salary: 73,070.04 Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida Pasco and Pinellas Counties Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Department Tel: 727-453-7165 Email: <[email hidden]> 14250 49th St. North, Suite J1500 Clearwater, FL 33762 Employment Opportunity Court Interpreter Position Number: 11999 Location: Pinellas County Justice Center 14250 49th St. N, Clearwater, 33762 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Starting Annual Salary + Additional Additive: $ 73,070.04 + CAD $1,917.96 = $74,988.00 (annual salary) State Benefits Packet Position Description The essential function of the position within the organization is to interpret legal proceedings for non-English speaking or hearing-impaired persons to ensure due process. The position is responsible for interpreting the spoken or written word from a source language to a target language, translating court evidence to a target language, testifying as an expert witness regarding the accuracy of translated documents or tapes, and collecting statistical data. The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Administrative Services. Education, Experience, Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations Must possess a valid certification as a certified court interpreter issued by the Florida State Courts System’s Office of the State Courts Administrator (Contact Human Resources Department for more information). Two years of court/legal-related experience, and/or experience been a translator (Spanish preferred). Possess a bachelor’s degree in English, the source language, or a closely related field. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, government officials, and the public. How to Apply All applications must be emailed to <[email hidden]> or by fax at 727-453-7166 and must include a cover letter and resume. The Sixth Circuit application can be downloaded from the Sixth Circuit website. Incomplete applications may not be considered. ADA Accommodation If you require accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the ADA Coordinator at (727) 464-7110. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check. The Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.