The Spanish Translation Specialist translates various documents, provides simultaneous interpretation for meetings and events, and may serve on sub-teams.

Position Description

Open until filled

Employer

World Church

Remote Eligibility

Yes, this position is eligible for remote work from anywhere with internet access.

Remote Location

Anywhere there is access to internet in or outside the United States

Required Language(s)

English, Spanish

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree 

Experience Required/Desired

1-3 Years

Immediate Supervisor

Translations Team Lead

Employment Status

Full Time

Number of Hours per Week: 40

Summary of Position

Translates documents of many kinds and provides simultaneous interpretation during online meetings and at events. Other documents such as basic resources, documents for events at International Headquarters, conferences, meetings of the World Church Leadership Council, and more will be included as needed. The position may serve on various sub-teams and may be asked to participate on other teams within the organization. Field ministry is not an expectation for this position. This position is eligible for remote work and travel is required.

Essential Functions

1. Produces written translations into the primary language for translation.
2. Provides oral interpretation of Spanish to and from English both in-person and online. Occasionally work occurs in evenings and weekends.
3. Ability to travel to the US and other countries is required.
4. Develops personal discipline to produce translated texts in a timely manner.
5. Assures that all steps involved in translation occur smoothly.
6. Involved in the evaluation of translated documents, appropriate cultural adaptation of translated resources, and the participation in networks among the translations team.
7. Develops communication lines with the translators on the team using internet and other technologies.
8. Demonstrates ability to participate effectively with a team.

Required Competencies/Skills

1. Works well with others
2. Ability to balance priorities
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
4. Attention to detail
5. Action oriented
6. Planning
7. Functional/Technical Skills
8. Managing and Measuring Work
9. Organizing
10. Self-starter
11. Teamwork

Desired Competencies/Skills

1. Scripture/Theological Knowledge
2. Integrity and Trust
3. Leadership
4. Team Building

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Other Duties

Please note that this job description in not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned when necessary.

Required Trainings

Registered Youth Worker/Anti-harassment Training: New employees are required to be a registered youth worker with Community of Christ or be able to register within 30 days of hire date. Anti-harassment training is also required within 30 days of hire and then required annually.

Ministerial Status

No

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

Application Instructions

Complete the World Church Employee application to apply.