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To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!\nABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS\nBefore you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.\nPlease note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the dateprior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.\nJob Posting End Date:\n10-29-2026Reminder: Current permanentand temporaryemployees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.\nDESCRIPTION\nUnder the direction of the Language Access Supervisor, the Language Access Liaison, (Special Education & General Education) supports the coordination and delivery of translation and interpretation services to ensure multilingual families have equitable access to information and meaningful participation in their children’s education. This position translates and manages district documents and provides in-house interpretation for school and district meetings, including time-sensitive communications and Special Education materials such as IEPs and 504 Plans, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and cultural appropriateness. The Liaison coordinates translators, interpreters, and staff using web-based productivity and collaboration tools to fulfill requests and maintain efficient workflows. The role formats, reviews, and processes documents for translation while maintaining consistency using translation memories and approved language access tools. The Liaison provides technical assistance and customer service to schools and staff to support effective communication with multilingual families and reduce barriers to access. This position supports the HCPSS mission and Strategic Plan by strengthening equitable communication and improving access to educational information for multilingual families.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nA combination of education and experience may be considered.\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. \nExperience:\nExperience in providing interpretation and translation services within educational, government, \nor public service sectors. (Must demonstrate proficiency in managing multilingual workflows and\ntranslating complex documents between English and the target language while ensuring\ncultural and linguistic accuracy).\nExperience using translation tools such as translation memory systems, web-based \ncollaboration platforms, or document management systems to coordinate and complete translation and interpretation requests.\nExperience working with diverse communities and supporting communication with multilingual families. \nExperience reviewing and formatting documents for translation, including time-sensitive communications and complex documents such as educational or technical materials. \nExperience providing interpretation across multiple modalities, including consecutive interpretation, simultaneous interpretation, and interpretation in both in-person and virtual environments. \nNative or near-native proficiency in Spanish, Korean or Chinese with demonstrated professional vocabulary and experience providing interpretation and written translation. \nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nThe ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.\n\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Translation, Interpreting, Linguistics, Education, Communications, or a related field. \nExperience:\nExperience translating documents and providing interpretation services within a K-12 school system, government agency, or public service organization serving multilingual communities. \nExperience translating and interpreting in a Special Education setting which includes reviewing documentation, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, and other educational materials. \nExperience using translation memory systems, terminology databases, or translation management platforms to ensure consistency and efficiency in translation workflows. \nExperience using scheduling platforms (Fluency, Boostlingo, etc) to coordinate translation and interpretation requests across multiple stakeholders, including schools, departments, translators, and vendors. \nCertifications/Licenses:\nProfessional certification in translation or interpretation (ATA, CCHI, Court, etc.) is preferred. Certification from a recognized professional organization related to translation or interpretation may be considered (Cross-Cultural Communications). \n\nESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nThe below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.\nTranslates district documents, including time-sensitive and high-priority communications, including suspension letters and crisis-related messages, ensuring families and students clearly understand situations that affect student safety, behavior, and well-being \nUtilizes translation memories and approved tools to ensure families have access to critical information in their preferred language. Provides translation support for materials related to Title I programs and other student services, helping ensure equitable access to resources and support systems. \nAssists in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district language access requirements, particularly related to Special Education processes and documentation. \nServes as an in-house interpreter for schoolwide and district events, parent-teacher conferences, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, 504 plan meetings, and other Special Education-related meetings. Provides interpretation services across a range of settings and modalities (in-person and virtual). \nCoordinates translators, interpreters and other staff using web-based productivity, scheduling, and collaboration tools to fulfill translation requests. \nEnsures timely coverage and effective delivery of services. \nFormats, reviews, and processes documents for translation, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, and urgent districtwide communications. \nEnsures that translated materials are accurate, clear, and culturally appropriate before distribution to families. \nCollaborates with school staff to ensure translated materials accurately reflect academic, behavioral, and programmatic expectations for students. \nCoordinates logistics and materials for meetings, training, and conferences and assists with language access preparation for district initiatives and events. \nProvides technical assistance and customer service to staff in creating efficient processes for document translation and supports schools and departments in accessing language access services. \nWorks collaboratively with staff to ensure implementation of the HCPSS Strategic Plan priorities in communicating with parents and families. \nContributes to improved student outcomes by reducing language barriers and ensuring families are informed, engaged, and able to support their child’s educational experience. \nESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES\n\nThe below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.\nTranslation Theory & Methodology: Deep understanding of translation techniques to ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural equivalence, and readability in the target language. \nLinguistic Proficiency: Deep understanding of both English and the target language, including high-level vocabulary, grammar, and nuances in both formal and informal contexts. \nEducational Terminology: Familiarity with K-12 educational systems, specifically Special Education (IEP/504 processes), pedagogical terms, and school district policies. \nRegulatory Compliance: Knowledge of federal (Title I, IDEA), state, and district mandates regarding language access and the legal requirements for translating Special Education documentation. \nCrisis & Safety Protocols: Understanding the sensitive nature of disciplinary (suspension) and crisis-related communications, ensuring tone and urgency are preserved. \nComputer-Assisted Translation (CAT) Tools: Familiarity with translation memories, glossaries, and approved software to maintain consistency across district-wide communications. \nStrategic District Goals: Knowledge of school system priorities (e.g., HCPSS Strategic Plan) and how language access directly impacts student outcomes and family engagement. \nTechnical Writing & Formatting: Skill in formatting complex documents (IEPs, 504 Plans) and reviewing translated materials for grammatical precision and cultural appropriateness. \nProject Management: Coordinating a high volume of translation and interpretation requests, managing timelines for \"time-sensitive\" materials, and overseeing the workflow of other translators and interpreters. \nMultilingual Proofreading: Exceptional eye for detail to ensure that high-stakes documents (legal or safety-related) are error-free before distribution. \nResource Coordination: Managing the logistics, materials, and digital \"web-based productivity tools\" required to facilitate large-scale district initiatives. \nCustomer Service & Training: Providing technical assistance to school staff to streamline the process of requesting and accessing translation and interpretation services. \nDiscretion & Sensitivity: Ability to handle confidential and high-priority information-such as student suspensions or safety crises-with extreme professional care. \nLinguistic Adaptability: Ability to translate and interpret complex academic and legal jargon into clear, \"family-friendly\" language without losing the original intent. \nCross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work with school staff to clarify behavioral or programmatic expectations, ensuring families receive a unified message. \nEquitable Advocacy: Ability to identify and reduce language barriers to ensure that Title I and Special Education families have equitable access to resources. \nProblem-Solving: Ability to create \"efficient processes\" and systems that simplify how a large organization handles language access requests. \n\nWorking Hours\nThe duty day for this position is 8 hours including a one-hour duty-free lunch. \n\nAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS\n\nComplete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. 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