Job Description

The Spanish Translator, under direction, serves as a translator for various University events and needs in assigned language. Interprets both verbal and written English communications, including both verbal and non-verbal, into assigned language. May be asked to accompany teams to Tarleton off-site locations or other locations such as school districts.  Work hours vary depending on time of year, number of events, and availability of other interpreters.

The position is primarily located on the Fort Worth campus, and is temporary in nature based on the needs of the University, with a maximum of 19 work hours per week. 

Responsibilities:

• Provides well-spoken and accurate translations of information from English to assigned language that is understood by cross-cultural speakers of the focus language.

• Adopts translations to be understood uniformly by different groups of individuals from around the world.

• Edits and revises information prepared by others to ensure proper grammar and tone for target audiences.

• Provides both verbal and non-verbal interpretation of material between English speakers and others using the service.

• Transmits information accurately between English-speaking subject matter experts and audiences.

• Works with technology to create engaging experience for participants.

• Serves as University representatives at events to meet, greet, welcome, and build relationships with guests in need of translation services; requires outstanding customer services skills.

• Availability to serves at various events ranging from Orientations, Special University celebrations such as Family Weekend, Graduations, or Homecoming, assists with various initiatives such as recruitment visits to various schools and family nights in specified languages.

• Completes any assigned or required trainings and meetings.

• Accompanies teams to Tarleton Fort Worth locations or other locations such as Fort Worth school districts. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Language fluency in both English and Spanish; excellent verbal and written communication skills, in both languages.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Team-focused.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Adhere to Tarleton State Universityâ™s policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate adaptability to needs of various settings and events.

The hourly compensation is $18.00 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. This position is part-time and not eligible for benefits.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  âœSee resume❠is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

About Tarleton State University

Tarleton’s VisionTarleton State University will be the premier comprehensive regional university in the nation, dedicated to education, service and research. It is committed to being a university of opportunity for all students and believes it has a responsibility to drive regional innovation and job creation for all graduates.About Tarleton State UniversityTarleton’s innovative and transformative approach provides more than knowledge. Through real-world experiences and effective teaching, research, scholarship and service, students gain the know-how for promising careers, no matter their field of study.Tarleton has evolved into the near-perfect model of size, academic scope and affordability. Founded in 1899 and part of The Texas A&M University System since 1917, it combines the resources of a major public institution — more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, cutting-edge academic facilities, faculty experts — with its own brand of personal attention, history and community to be a first-choice destination for students across North Texas and beyond.Students can choose to study in one of seven colleges — Agricultural and Environmental, Business Administration, Educ ... ation, Graduate Studies, Health Sciences and Human Services, Liberal and Fine Arts, and Science and Technology.The primary campus is in Stephenville, which consistently ranks as one of the best small towns in America. Additional locations are in Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian and Bryan, complemented by a fully online Global Campus.Students come to Tarleton from around the world, representing some 30 countries and nearly every state in the U.S., and leave as moral, ethical thinkers with civility and integrity who contribute meaningfully to a global society.Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Students may select areas of study from six colleges: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Graduate Studies, Health Sciences and Human Services, Liberal and Fine Arts, and Science and Technology.More than 60 bachelor's programs and 30 graduate degrees, featuring doctoral studies in educational leadership, have led more than 13,000 students from 45 states and more than 20 foreign countries to make Tarleton State their collective choice for a college education.Tarleton's research centers are daily searching for solutions to global problems. For instance, the Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research conducts analyses to address environmental issues facing the state and nation, while the Southwest Regional Dairy Center, using an almost $1 million grant, is working on ways to turn animal waste into a viable energy source.Tarleton's blueprints for a brighter-than-ever future include a new applied sciences building with engineering laboratory space on campus in Stephenville, a new academic building on the university's planned 80-acre Fort Worth campus near Chisolm Trail Parkway, and $24 million in upgrades and improvements to the institution's venerable Memorial Stadium.Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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