RID Certified Interpreter/Scheduling Supervisor Ad Astra is a first-class language services agency offering a comprehensive suite of interpretation, translation, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, transcription, and localization services. We are a woman-owned small business with a long history of providing unparalleled language services to clients throughout the nation and globe. Summary: Ad Astra, Inc. (Ad Astra) seeks a full-time RID Certified Interpreter/Scheduling Supervisor with Executive level oversight; A National Certified Interpreter through RID, a minimum of 2 years managing within the industry and demonstrated proven track record of success at other agencies, 2 years of interpreting experience, and have the following skills/competencies: Minimum of bachelor's degree or equivalent National Interpreter Certification through RID 2 years interpreting experience 2 years managing interpreting schedules, dispatching interpreters for a large fast paced organization. Experience with Federal contracts is a plus A successful candidate will have: * The ability to work within a changing schedule * Outstanding communications skills * Strong Signing and voicing skills * Excellent customer service skills * Interpersonal skills and ability to interact with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds (customers, colleges and management) * Broad knowledge of technical and human resource vocabulary * Strong understanding of ASL and Deaf culture This job just might be for you if you: * Bring both patience and a sense of humor to work each day. * Volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked. * Value schedules and timelines. * Are dependable and not easily thrown by an unexpected shift in priorities. * Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and with tight deadlines. * Understand the importance of upholding mission while being both accurate and efficient. * Want to take ownership of a leadership role. While this description is a fair representation of the Scheduling Supervisor position, it is not a complete list of all responsibilities. This is a full-time position for Ad Astra which is located in Silver Spring, MD. Our office is a five-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station and is also accessible by bus. Parking is also accessible nearby. Qualifications Minimum of bachelor's degree or equivalent National Interpreter Certification through RID 2 years interpreting experience 2 years managing interpreting schedules, dispatching interpreters for a large fast paced organization. Experience with Federal contracts is a plus Compensation This is professional position with a competitive salary. Ad Astra offers a generous benefits package that includes fully paid health insurance for employees and their dependents including dental and vision, generous paid time off, a monthly parking pass, professional development opportunities. Applicants must include a cover letter, resume and salary requirements Ad Astra does not accept solicitations of any kind from job placement services or phone calls from prospective candidates. Ad Astra is an EEO employer. Nothing in this job description or posting guarantees employment.