ADMINISTRATIVE/PROFESSIONAL

							                                                   ADMINISTRATIVE/PROFESSIONAL
                                                                JOB DESCRIPTION
                                                                    Developed for Equal Opportunity


CLASS TITLE:          Interpreter, Student Disability Services

DATE ISSUED:          5/20/03                DATE OF LAST REVISION:                 5/11/06

KSU Class Code:       AF54      EEO Code: 3C         FLSA: Exempt-Admin             Pay Grade: 03

BASIC FUNCTION:

   To provide American Sign Language interpreting for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in
   the academic setting and university functions.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

   Provide interpretation of class instruction and university activities with American Sign
   Language for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

   Maintain compliance with federal and state mandates regarding accommodation of students
   with disabilities.

   Provide training for faculty, staff and students regarding the utilization of American Sign
   Language interpreters within the academic setting.

   Assist with translation of printed information to alternative formats such as reading books onto
   tape and converting printed information to Braille via software programs. Assist with real-time
   captioning and transcription services.

   Assist with office coordination, scheduling interpreters and development of office services
   information. Provide project and task support to the department, division and the university
   regarding disability services.

   Perform related duties as assigned.
REPORTS TO:

   Designated Supervisor

   LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION:

   Limited responsibility for supervision. May supervise students and/or provide functional
   guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a
   temporary or intermittent basis throughout the year.
                                                                                             Interpreter, Student Disability Services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

      Education and Experience:

      Associate’s degree.

      A minimum 2-3 years American Sign Language interpreting experience at the postsecondary
      education level.

      Preferences:
      Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting, Vocational Rehabilitation, Special Education, or related field.

      Certificate of Interpretation and/or Certificate of Transliteration from the Registry of Interpreters
      for the Deaf (RID), and/or certification through the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
      Level IV or V.

      Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

            Knowledge of personal computer applications

            Strong written and verbal communication skills

            Excellent interpersonal skills

            Knowledge and understanding of Deaf Culture and American Sign Language

            Student advising and interviewing skills

            Ability to work hours that vary each semester, including the possibility of evening and
            weekend hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force
frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Typically requires sitting,
walking, standing, bending, keying, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus
occasionally.


The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be
interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education
beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right
to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

FILE:    39408FAE-CA21-4C71-8A83-AC57E8B72F10.DOC
SOURCE:  PDQ                                                                                                                                          Page 2
ANALYST: DS
DEPARTMENTAL AUTHORIZATION: M. Reeves 5/11/06