Opening: Program Manager, Translation & Interpretation, Ref. # 008066

 

 

 

 

 

 

Opens:   May 23, 2008

Application Review Begins:  June 18, 2008

 

(Applications received by this date will receive first consideration.  Applications received after the closing date may be considered until the position is filled.)

 

Bellevue Community College is committed to increasing cultural diversity among its professional staff. Applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds, which will add cultural richness and diversity to Bellevue Community College, are encouraged to apply.

 

POSITION:           PROGRAM MANAGER,

                             TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION, REF. #008066

                             12 MONTHS 50% POSITION

 

DEPARTMENT:     CONTINUING EDUCATION, WORLD LANGUAGES

 

Bellevue Community College offers an outstanding benefits package including medical, retirement, vacation, holidays, sick leave, reduced tuition rate for classes, 10% discount on most Bookstore purchases, bus pass subsidy, on-site fitness and childcare centers, and free parking.

 

TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION PROGRAM

For over ten years the Translation & Interpretation Institute at Bellevue Community College has been the leader in training for aspiring and practicing translators and interpreters in the Pacific Northwest. Housed in the Continuing Education division at BCC’s North Campus, the self-support program offers a 24-credit Certificate in translation and interpreting, workshops, and customized contract training. It also administers the examinations for the Washington State Court Interpreter Certification.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The half-time position of Translation & Interpretation Program Manager reports to the Director of World Languages & Travel and is responsible for all aspects of program management and development, including student and faculty recruitment and support.

 

Please address how you meet the following minimum and desirable qualifications in your cover letter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, training and development, translation or interpreting, or other field relevant to position
  • Work experience in translation, interpreting, localization, or related project management
  • Experience in teaching, training and development, or instructional design
  • Multilingual and multicultural skills
  • Experience in finance and budgeting
  • Proficient in basic MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, and Outlook

 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in education, training and development, translation or interpreting, or other field relevant to position
  • Studies and/or certification in translation, interpreting, or localization
  • Experience teaching subjects in translation, interpreting, or localization
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Program management and development experience, preferably in higher education
  • Experience in marketing and student recruitment
  • Proven competency in recruiting, supervising, and evaluating faculty
  • Established relationships with local professional organizations, business and industry
  • Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators, staff, advisory committees, and the public
  • Ability to organize and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both independently, and as part of a small program team, to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks, prioritize and maintain deadlines
  • Focused, results-oriented, and entrepreneurial
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to students, staff and faculty of varied ethnicity, ages, backgrounds and abilities and a commitment to a culturally diverse environment

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Coordinate the scheduling, staffing, and evaluation of certificate classes, Continuing Education workshops, and court interpreter certification exams
  • Develop and implement effective faculty and guest speaker recruitment strategy and methods
  • Provide faculty orientation, support, coaching, evaluation, observation, and development
  • Keep up to date with trends and developments in the fields of translation, interpretation, localization, and education, as well as with college policies, procedures, and initiatives
  • Participate, network, and present in local and national industry association meetings and conferences
  • Develop and execute a strategic plan for program expansion and improvement in consultation with the advisory committee and supervisor
  • Field inquiries from prospective students and direct student recruitment, assessment, and outreach
  • Advise and assist students in matters related to college, program, funding, and career options; monitor student progress and success; resolve emerging issues and complaints
  • Promote and market the program and its offerings, and connect with employer and community groups
  • Coordinate the design, review, and implementation of effective curricula based on participatory training methods and current adult learner theory and pedagogy
  • Manage and monitor projects and budgets in self-support environment
  • Expand student and instructional resources and tools
  • Participate in internal and external committees and task forces
  • Maintain advisory committee membership and activities, facilitate its meetings, and act upon its recommendations
  • Build the capacity to acquire and deliver customized contract training services

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet minimum qualifications.  The application packet includes:

  Bellevue Community College application form

  Letter of application addressing how the applicant meets the minimum and desirable qualifications, no more than three (3) pages

  College transcript(s) – copies are acceptable

  Current resume

  Names, addresses, and phone numbers of three current professional references

  Applicant Data Form (optional)

 

SALARY

The salary range is 50%of $45,222 - $54,267 with placement based on education and related experience.

 

RETURN APPLICATIONS TO:

Human Resources Department, A101, Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE Bellevue, WA 98007-6484.  Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed weekends and holidays.  For information or to request an application, send an email to jobs@bcc.ctc.edu or call (425) 564-2274 or 24-hour Jobline (425) 564-2082.

 

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE:

Application materials postmarked or received in the Human Resources Department by 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2008 will receive first consideration.  Later applications may be considered.  The position will remain open until filled.

Processing of applications may take from six weeks to two months following the application review date.

 

BCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates under an approved Affirmative Action Plan, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. BCC reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran, or Vietnam veteran. Bellevue Community College is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.   For further information, please visit www.bellevuecollege.edu/equal.asp or contact Human Resources at Voice: (425) 564-2274, TTY (425) 564-4184, Fax (425) 564-3173 or email hr@bcc.ctc.edu.

 

The college strongly encourages all qualified applicants to apply. The successful candidate must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for employment in the United States.

 

Bellevue Community College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request disability accommodation in the application process, employees and the general public should contact Human Resources contacts listed above.

 

 

 

 

 

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