Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to InclusiveVT-serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice the Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our on-going efforts to increase access and inclusion, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world.

Position Summary:
Provides quality sign language interpreting and realtime speech-to-text captioning services of lectures and discussions in classes, labs, and required academic activities for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a documented disability. Provides sign language interpreting and realtime speech-to-text captioning services for special requests for university events, as directed. Provides support for SSD office projects, as directed.

Required Qualifications:
RID Certification or VQAS level III / III or above. Extensive interpreting experience at a four-year postsecondary level. Proficiency in word processing and computer literacy. Ability to demonstrate 60+ wpm typing speed during interview process. Willing to participate in C-PrintTM training program in order to provide captioning services for university students.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in interpreting or a related field or equivalent related experience. Experience interpreting postsecondary science and engineering classes. C-PrintTM captioning experience at the postsecondary level.



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