Houston, TX / Dallas–Fort Worth, TX (must be available to work in-person)

Interpreter, ASL (American Sign Language)

The Interpreter: ASL provides American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, transliteration and sight translation communication access either consecutively or simultaneously to appointed Deaf or Hard of Hearing and associated clientele.

Job Description

Status: Full-time

Location: Houston, TX / Dallas, TX

General Duties

General duties include without limitation:

Adhere to NAD/RID Code of Professional Conduct
Adhere to and follow all MasterWord ISO required processes in reporting, escalation and documentation.
Adhere to the MasterWord Communication Plan for all internal and external communications.
Attend scheduled division specific events when applicable.
Includes but not limited to: provide effective communication interpretation services to members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community both in-person and remotely in diverse industry settings
Support the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Department with internal interpretation needs for Deaf/HH staff, operational needs, and other duties for the division as assigned.
Provide observational feedback on operational or service adjustments that may be needed such as the recommendation for a Certified or Qualified Deaf Interpreter
Demonstrate MasterWord’s core values at all times in conjunction with any MasterWord performed duty or responsibility.
Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be RID or BEI certified.
3 years of professional interpreting experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Deep understanding of Deaf culture and the ASL interpreting field.

EEO/M/F/D/V

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, with an extensive benefits package available to full-time employees. We offer a professional and employee-centered culture where people can learn and grow with the company. We are looking for an Interpreter, ASL (American Sign Language) to join our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Team as we continue to grow the business.

Company History

MasterWord Services (MWS) provides language services solutions in over 250 languages, across four different continents. Services we provide include Translation, Localization, Onsite Interpreting, Video Remote Interpreting (VRI), and Over-the-Phone Interpreting (OPI) Services. Our clients include some of the world’s largest businesses, government entities, healthcare organizations, educational institutions and not-for-profit organizations.

Please visit our Deaf and Hard of Hearing page to learn more: Deaf And Hard-of-Hearing Interpreting Services – MasterWord