Specialist, Language Access Services
Howard County Public School SystemAbout the role
ABOUT US
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
Job Posting End Date:
04-10-2026Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.
DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Language Access Supervisor, the Language Access Specialist leads the coordination and delivery of language access services across the district to ensure multilingual families have equitable access to information and meaningful participation in their children’s education. This position oversees interpretation and translation services for schools and central offices, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally compliant support for general education and Special Education communications, including IEP and 504 documents. The role develops and delivers training and professional learning for interpreters, translators, bilingual staff, and school-based personnel to strengthen language access practices across the district. This position supports the HCPSS mission and Strategic Plan by advancing equitable communication, strengthening partnerships with multilingual families, and continuously improving language access systems across the district.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Education:
Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Four years of experience providing language access services, interpretation, and translation coordination.
One (1) year of experience supervising translators and interpreters.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Bilingual (Spanish, Korean, or Chinese)
Ten (10) years of progressivel
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