Job Type
Full-time
Position OverviewMAIG is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and mission-driven Director of Interpreting to lead the daily operations, development, and performance of our interpreting program.
This role provides leadership, supervision, training, mentoring, and operational support to staff interpreters, freelance interpreters, contractual interpreters, interns, and mentees. The Director of Interpreting plays a vital role in ensuring interpreters are equipped to perform their responsibilities effectively while maintaining exceptional customer service and operational excellence across all MAIG programs and client partnerships.
The ideal candidate is a strong people leader with deep knowledge of Deaf culture, interpreting ethics, interpreter development, and customer relationship management. This individual will partner closely with internal leadership teams to support interpreter recruitment, retention, quality assurance, training initiatives, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth.
Essential FunctionsLeadership & Program Management- Assess program resources and support recruitment initiatives to ensure adequate interpreter staffing across all MAIG customers
- Supervise, mentor, and support interpreters and program staff, including employee development, coaching, corrective action, and performance management
- Conduct interpreter skills assessments and provide objective evaluations for interpreters, interns, and mentees
- Collaborate closely with the Scheduling Manager to support staffing decisions, resource allocation, and quality assurance initiatives
- Serve as a point of escalation for interpreters, customers, and internal staff by troubleshooting field concerns and resolving operational challenges
- Develop, implement, and maintain processes, protocols, and performance standards to ensure high-quality interpreting services
- Track and analyze performance metrics and provide regular reporting to executive leadership regarding program performance, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance
- Train staff on contractual, regulatory, and company policy requirements to ensure operational compliance
- Identify program risks, operational opportunities, and market trends to support strategic planning and business growth
- Provide support for proposal development, contract management, and operational planning activities
- Represent MAIG at conferences, hiring events, customer meetings, and community outreach events
Client Services & Operations- Oversee the delivery of interpreting services, workshops, and events for MAIG customers
- Provide interpreting services and ongoing mentorship and skills development opportunities for interpreters
- Participate in customer contract meetings alongside the MAIG leadership team
- Maintain strong communication with contract interpreters regarding assignments, contracts, invoicing, and performance expectations
- Manage customer concerns and provide timely resolutions and service support
- Partner closely with the Director of Customer Relations to address service issues and ensure customer satisfaction
- Support marketing and outreach efforts through networking, conferences, social media engagement, and community partnerships
Recruitment, Training & Retention- Lead interpreter recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention initiatives
- Conduct interviews and facilitate workshops and training sessions
- Develop interpreter training materials and conduct ongoing feedback and development meetings
- Maintain records related to interpreter development and performance management
- Establish attainable performance and growth goals for interpreters and staff
Requirements
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Required Qualifications- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
- National interpreting certification required
- Minimum of five years of professional interpreting experience
- Minimum of three years of management or supervisory experience
- Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff and managing day-to-day operations
- Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business software applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and presentations
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Experience interpreting in Federal workplace environments
- Experience with business development, customer relationship management, and strategic planning
- Working knowledge of federal and local regulatory requirements
- Experience supporting travel authorizations, cost estimates, and TDY fulfillment planning
- Strategic and proactive leadership style with the ability to adapt to change and shifting priorities
Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis position operates in a hybrid work environment and requires work at customer locations as outlined in the telework agreement.
The role regularly requires:
- Use of standard office equipment including computers and phones
- Frequent written and verbal communication
- Strong visual attention and focus
- Basic mathematical calculations and reporting
- Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
- Periods of sitting, standing, bending, and filing
Travel up to 25% may be required and may include air, rail, or local travel.
Salary Description
$100K to $125K
