About the Department

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

.LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.
Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the link.  

The American Sign Language(ASL) Interpreter provides interpreting and support services to Deaf and hearing impaired students attending Lake Washington Institute of Technology; facilitates communication between the students and their instructors, peers, and other personnel in the college; interprets non-technical and technical lectures and classroom presentations. Other typical duties, when not providing interpreting, include taking part in meetings as required by student services or the instructional program, working closely with counselors and other student services staff to provide interpreting services to enrolled students, and maintaining close communication with the staff to monitor any daily or weekly changes in interpreter scheduling. 

This is a part-time, hourly position that reports to the Director of Student Services or designee.

Position Duties

• Provide expressive and voice or oral interpreting for Deaf and hearing impaired students in professional-technical courses and academic classes, extra-curricular events, and meetings
• Assist faculty to meet the needs of Deaf students in the classroom; communicate assignment instructions and other information from the faculty to the Deaf student
• Convey intent as well as spoken words when interpreting
• Use reverse interpretation, relaying questions and contributions from Deaf students back to the faculty
• Encourage Deaf students to use standard signs
• May assist in scheduling other interpreters
• Regular and satisfactory attendance and punctuality
• Perform related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in ASL/ITP; Bachelor's degree preferred
• One to three years work experience in sign language interpretation required; over three years work experience preferred
• Current ASL certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with diverse student populations and work environments
• Experience within the technical or community college and/or educational setting preferred
• Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual

Other Qualifications

Compensation & Work Schedule 
Attendance should be regular and satisfactory. The schedule and hours per week will be variable based on the student's class schedule and could be in person or virtual, daytime or evening hours. Schedule and hours per week can adjust based on department and/or student needs. 

Placement on the interpreter hourly schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. The hourly rate schedule is as followed:

Step I ranges from $39.22-$47.09
Step II ranges from $54.96 -$62.80
Step III ranges from $62.80 - $70.67

Required Online Application Materials 
• Online application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

To be considered for a position you MUST submit a complete online application form, resume, cover letter, responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.

Conditions of Employment
• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility to Work
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO) Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.

Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online atwww.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.