Job Description

Posting Summary

Working Title Staff ASL Interpreter Role Title PR & Mktg Spec III Role Code 29093-FP FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 28000051 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Office of Student Services Work Location Fairfax County - 059 Hiring Range $65,000 - $75,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 1-Officials and Administrators Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

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General Description:

The staff interpreter reports to the Interpreting Services Coordinator and is responsible for providing effective interpreting and transliterating services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

The interpreter contributes to strategic planning through the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of interpreter services and accessibility initiatives.

This position is eligible for telework after completion of state one-year probationary period. *

Duties and Tasks:

• Convey the message, thoughts, and intent of the speaker simultaneously via either expressive or receptive language.
• Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.
• Assist with scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring interpreting service requests to ensure effective and timely access.
• Participate in student orientation events and accommodation implementation processes.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student support personnel to promote effective communication access and support student success.
• Assist with the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of interpreting services, office procedures, and accessibility best practices.
• Assist in developing and delivering training, workshops, and educational programs for students, faculty, staff, interpreters, and community stakeholders.
• Support outreach activities that increase awareness of available services and strengthen relationships with local schools, community organizations, and the Deaf community.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to student interns, and practicum students.
• Collect and provide feedback regarding service delivery, student needs, and emerging trends to support program evaluation and strategic planning.
• Support the provision of digital accessibility services and remain current with accessibility standards, practices, and technologies.
• Participate in professional development, college committees, departmental initiatives, and institutional activities that advance accessibility, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Perform administrative functions related to service documentation, scheduling, reporting, and program operations.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• Knowledge of educational accommodations and effective practices for supporting deaf and hard of hearing students in higher education.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding disability to include Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• American Sign Language fluency and expert knowledge of deaf culture.
• Ability to follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to provide training, presentations, and educational outreach regarding Deaf culture, interpreting services, and accessibility.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, interpreters, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to identify service gaps and make recommendations for program improvement.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive, cooperative, and respectful attitude while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of digital accessibility compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level III OR Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) – National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
• Experience with post-secondary level interpreting or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in a community college setting.
• Experience working with students with multiple disabilities.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

n/a

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4855P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 11/09/2026 Job Close Date 12/04/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website WWW.NVCC.EDU Contact Name Garrett Email gscott@nvcc.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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