Sign Language Interpreter Community

Sorenson • Milwaukee, WI

401d • $52,000 - $52,000

About The Position

Sorenson Communications is seeking part-time Sign Language Interpreters to provide high-quality interpretation services for Deaf consumers across various locations in Wisconsin. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to meet community demands while delivering excellent customer service. Candidates will interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English, adhering to professional conduct standards.

Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL.
• Ability to pass the required skills assessment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Interpreter certification.
• 3 years' experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required).
• Ability to travel independently in the metropolitan area.
• Access to a vehicle, valid driver's license, and personal vehicular insurance at the minimum state required level.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required).

Responsibilities

• Effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English for hearing interpreters.
• Effectively interpret between ASL, Tactile American Sign Language, and written English for Deaf interpreters.
• Adhere to Sorenson policies and procedures, and the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful environment.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling allowing you to choose assignments.
• Pay for both cancelled assignments and replacement assignments occurring at the same time.
• Reimbursement for parking, tolls, and mileage for all assignments.
• Payment for travel time between Sorenson community assignments.
• Differentials for Night, Graveyard, Weekend, and Legal assignments.
• Yearly professional development stipend (minimum weekly hours required).
• 24/7 Telehealth access.
• Auto enrollment in 401K and access to retirement planning.
• Group rates for vision and dental plans, short-term disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED