Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleInterpreter (Sign Language), Box ROM-483/00357
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $68630 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates to fill an Interpreter (Sign Language) position at the New York State School for the Deaf. The incumbent of this position will be responsible to coordinate sign language interpreting services for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing; and translate, communicate, and interpret from a verbal spoken language (i.e. English into American Sign Language (ASL) and from ASL into a verbal spoken language. Major responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Facilitate all communication, spoken and signed between Deaf/hard of hearing students, Deaf staff, and hearing staff by using manual communication appropriate for learning level of student;
• Translate, edit, and proofread rules, regulations, and policy brochures and manuals for use by staff, students, and health care providers;
• Translate correspondence, letters, notes, and conversations between staff, students, and families;
• Tutor academic classes and lessons for staff, students, and families;
• Provide translation services related to student progress for IEP’s and evaluation tools;
• May use translation skills to assist people filling out applications, forms, and other documents;
• May interpret details of treatment, educational staff instructions for treatment planning, medication administration, and education to students, families, and caregivers. This may include translating and interpreting complex and confidential medical and mental health information;
• Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with individuals from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have Certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID); OR a passing score on the written portion of the RID certification examination AND two years of experience providing sign language interpretive services; OR a rating of intermediate or above on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview conducted by the national Technical Institute for the Deaf.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• Experience understanding and interpreting K-12 subject matter;
• Experience working with special needs students particularly deaf or hard of hearing;
• Experience working with adults as part of a team.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position will be a temporary appointment pending Civil Service Commission approval of the Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class. At such time, this appointment will become Permanent, Non-Competitive. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of Certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID) or rating of intermediate or above on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview conducted by the national Technical Institute for the Deaf will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Fees associated with fingerprinting do not apply if applicant’s fingerprints exist in the NYS TEACH System. The work schedule for this position includes the hours of Monday through Friday 7:30am–3:30pm.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $68,630 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 05, 2026 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-483/00357) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA/NYSCOPBA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssdjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Ave. Room 528EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 05, 2026 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-483/00357) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.