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Interpreters and Translators: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

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This source lists 17 tasks, including 8 marked Core and 9 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2021.

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Core · Task 9326 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.

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Core · Task 9328 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.

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Core · Task 9335 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary.

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Core · Task 9333 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms such as those for legal or medical material.

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Core · Task 9332 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy.

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Core · Task 9330 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions.

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Core · Task 9327 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.

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Core · Task 9337 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience.

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Supplemental · Task 9334 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary.

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Supplemental · Task 9336 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Check original texts or confer with authors to ensure that translations retain the content, meaning, and feeling of the original material.

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Supplemental · Task 9339 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Adapt software and accompanying technical documents to another language and culture.

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Supplemental · Task 9340 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Educate students, parents, staff, and teachers about the roles and functions of educational interpreters.

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Supplemental · Task 9329 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials.

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Supplemental · Task 9341 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Train and supervise other translators or interpreters.

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Supplemental · Task 9331 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Read written materials, such as legal documents, scientific works, or news reports, and rewrite material into specified languages.

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Supplemental · Task 9342 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Travel with or guide tourists who speak another language.

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Supplemental · Task 9338 · 08/2021 · Incumbent

Discuss translation requirements with clients and determine any fees to be charged for services provided.

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