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Job Description
Managing Court Interpreter Colorado Judicial Branch - 3.1 Pueblo, CO Job Details Full-time $73,276 - $106,250 a year 20 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Staff supervision Management Interpretation experience within government industry Interpretation for state court Full Job Description Managing Court Interpreter
JOB CODE JD06535 LOCATION
Pueblo / Pueblo County
DEPARTMENT
Combined Court POSTED 15-Jun-2026 CLOSES 25-Jun-2026 POSITION
NUMBER 51026 FTE LEVEL 1.0 POSITION INFORMATION
Job Code:
R41650
Full Time Salary Range:
$73,276.00 - $106,250.00
FLSA Status:
Exempt Learn more about employee benefits This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months after the closing date on a job posting. Notice to
Colorado Applicants:
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.
STATEMENT OF DUTIES SUMMARY OF JOB CLASSIFICATION
Manages and directs the work of language interpreters for a district. Ensures the implementation of language access policies and better business practices as well as adherence to the Colorado Code of Professional Responsibility for Court Interpreters. Requires State or Federal Interpreter Certification or equivalent.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Travel Requirements:
The regular work location of this position is in the 10th Judicial District (Pueblo). However, frequent travel is highly likely, as the role also covers the 3rd, 11th, 15th, and 16th Judicial Districts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on assignment. Supervises the work of assigned staff, including scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work, training, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations. Provides, organizes, and arranges interpreter services for Judicial Districts. Monitors state policies and assists staff, judges, and administration with proper use of interpreters during court proceedings. Provides interpreting and linguistic communication services virtually (WebEx) and in person for complex and evidentiary court proceedings, and for probation, clients, witnesses, litigants, members of the public, and court and probation staff. Sends relevant case information and finalizes invoices for independent contractors. Serves as liaison for internal and external customers regarding interpretation needs within the district. Communicates with Judicial Officers and clerks to determine the best way to provide interpretation. Procures and provides the necessary equipment (phones or interpreter equipment) for each setting. Attends meetings and collaborates with internal teams, local partners, and statewide committees. Attends trainings for professional development. Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CONT. OTHER DISTINGUISHING FACTORS MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITY
Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (1 or more full-time employees) including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. The work performed by majority of employees is semi complex.
HUMAN COLLABORATION
Interactions and communications may result in recommendations regarding policy development and implementation. May also evaluate customer satisfaction, develop cooperative associations, and utilize resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Interactions have limited impact.
FREEDOM TO ACT & IMPACT OF ACTIONS
Receives Limited Direction Employee normally perform assignments according to your own judgment, requesting Supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically. Impact of actions are moderate.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Advanced:
Work requires advanced skills and advanced & extensive knowledge of work. Incumbent can handle complex tasks and translate complex nuances related to aspects of the job. Recognized by others within organization for technical depth of knowledge. Likely impact on organization is comprehensive.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY
May assist in the collection of data in support of recommendations for functional area budget allocations. May monitor division or program/promotional level budget and expenditures.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Work Environment/Locations Good-Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Physical Effort Requirements Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally. Work Location Office or similar indoor environment. Exposures Individuals who are hostile or irate; individuals with known violent backgrounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EQUIVALENCY
Associate's degree or 2 years of college in Language or related field. OR Additional work experience in these or other related fields may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required formal education.
WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE 3
to 5 years of experience in court interpretation, including supervisory experience.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
State or Federal Court Interpreter Certification or equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE
Please see the job posting for preferred qualifications
