Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (Wage) - BVIWE046
Company: DHRM
Location: Staunton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (Wage) -
BVIWE046 State Role Title: PR & Mktg Spec III Hiring Range: Up to
$50/hour commensurate with experience. Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept for
Blind/Vision Impaired Location: Blind & Vision Impaired Agency
Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General
Public - G Are you passionate about accessibility and inclusion? Do
you want to join a dynamic team dedicated to removing barriers to
employment for individuals who are blind, have low vision, or are
deafblind? We’re seeking an Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of
Hearing who shares our commitment to equity and empowerment. If
you’re ready to make a meaningful difference every day, we’d love
to have you on our team. Why Join Us? ? Purpose-driven work that
changes lives ? Inclusive, supportive team environment ? Excellent
state benefits and job stability Job Duties: To enable blind and
vision impaired individuals to achieve their desired level of
employment, education, and independence. We are currently seeking
an Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing to provide
interpreting services for staff at the Department for the Blind and
Vision Impaired (DBVI) as needed. Duties include but are not
limited to: Provide interpreting services as needed for staff
working at DBVI. In accordance with RID’s Code of Ethics, provides
interpreting/ transliterating services requiring a high level of
accuracy, expressive and receptive skills utilizing all
communication modes. Interprets in a wide variety of settings
including meetings, training, interviews, medical, and counseling
situations, and a variety of other situations to include virtual
platforms. Provides agency accessibility by facilitating
communication between signing and non-signing individuals. Services
provided are consistent with the Code of Ethics and provided in a
confidential manner, message is conveyed faithfully and, in the
content, and spirit of the speaker. Personal opinions, advice, or
counsel is not provided in the interpreting setting, and the
interpreter conducts him/ herself in a manner that is appropriate
to the situation. Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by
supervisor. The position you are applying for is an Hourly/Wage
position. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than an average
of 20 hours a week and can’t exceed 1500 hours during their
employment year. This position does not include health insurance,
retirement or leave. Minimum Qualifications: The ideal candidate
will have: Knowledge/Experience: Training in Interpreting,
completion of an interpreter training program or equivalent
experience. Interpreting/ transliterating experience in both
individual and group situations. Valid Virginia driver’s license.
Knowledge of deaf culture and common communication issues
associated with deafness and hearing loss, the structure and
content of the English language including the meaning and spelling
of words and rules of composition and grammar. Skills/Abilities:
Proficiency in American Sign Language and other signing
communication modalities. Proven interpreting and translating
skills in American Sign Language, expressive and receptive as
determined by State Quality Assurance Screening. Demonstrated
ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with individuals from varying social and economic environments.
Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize work to
accomplish team goals; interpret and appropriately apply
established policies and procedures in the provision of services;
analyze and interpret complex information for various audiences;
interpret client communication in a manner that others understand;
maintain confidential information and abide by Registry of
Interpreters for the Deaf (RID’s) Code of Conduct; organize and
manage multiple and sometimes unrelated or competing
responsibilities in a timely manner. Additional Considerations
Certificate of Transliteration or Interpretation through the
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf or Quality Assurance
Screening Level II or above through the VQAS testing system.
Training in Interpreting, completion of an interpreter training
program or equivalent experience. Special Instructions This has
been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. A
fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the
finalist candidate. Reasonable accommodations are available to
persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview
processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact
recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance. Minorities,
Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps,
and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply. To
Apply: Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be
accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date
through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management
System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications
and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a
confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is
submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your
account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information: Name: Human Resources Email:
recruitment@dars.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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