ASL Interpreter

ASL Interpreter

Salary

$55,141.00 - $64,871.00 Annually

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff

Job Number

FY2606096

Division

VP Student Affairs

Department

Accessibility Services

Opening Date

06/23/2026

Closing Date

7/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

Required Licenses or Certifications

Current interpreter certification issued or recognized by the Utah Interpreter Program is required

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Position Announcement

Utah Valley University Deaf and Hard of Hearing Student Services is looking for a passionate and driven full-time Interpreter to join our team. We want someone who leads with purpose, mentors with heart, and shows up for Deaf students every day. The ideal candidate brings interpreting excellence, a natural ability to lift others, and the resourcefulness to solve problems independently and creatively. You are self-directed, culturally grounded, and committed to accessibility and belonging for all. In return, we offer a collaborative, mission-driven workplace where your voice matters and your work makes a real difference. If this sounds like you, apply today.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Performs mentoring for interpreters and support for interns working at UVU, Utah Valley University.
• Creates, maintains, and schedules skill development options for all service providers.
• Provides direct ASL interpreting/translating services, including interpreting, skill development, and prep time.
• Works to promote an accessible and inclusive environment where Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and visitors are provided with accessible communication.
• Assists the Director of DHH in creating reports, maintaining databases, and scheduling.
• Maintains various forms and reports in the interpreter database.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in a related field, plus two years of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR any combination of education and/or experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling six years.
• Current interpreter certification issued or recognized by the Utah Interpreter Program is required.
• Applicants must possess at least one of the following:
• Utah Certified Professional Interpreter (UCPI)
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
• Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification at the Advanced or Master level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree.
• Completed an accredited Interpreter Training Program (ITP).
• Possess ten or more years of interpreting experience.
• Have post-secondary education combined with relevant interpreting experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct, policies, and procedures in a post-secondary environment, interpreting post-secondary educational classes, and federal and state disability and confidentiality laws (ADA, Section 504, FERPA, etc.).
• Proficiency in applying RID-NAD (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf - National Association of the Deaf) Codes of Professional Conduct to support the logistic strategy between ASL Interpreters, students, and visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Skills

• Fluency in both American Sign Language and spoken/written English.
• Skill in American Sign Language interpreting and transliteration, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Depending on student need, acquiring extra linguistic knowledge and vocabulary spanning multiple disciplines: arts, sciences, technology, business, etc.

Abilities

• Ability to work in a team environment, maintaining professional behavior and boundaries.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for up to 2-week intervals.
• Ability to communicate candidly and kindly in English and ASL.
• Ability to work with computers and software, including the Microsoft Office suite and TIMS.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.

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Do you have knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct and its application in a post-secondary setting?

• Yes
• No

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Are you familiar with federal and state laws related to disability and confidentiality, such as ADA, Section 504, and FERPA?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you fluent in both American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken/written English?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience interpreting or transliterating in post-secondary educational environments?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing and able to travel domestically and internationally for up to two-week intervals if needed?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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• 8+

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu