Managing Interpreter Staff and Contractors
Tuesday, October 2, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
This workshop will focus on managing interpreter staff and contractors, including calendaring and scheduling. The presenters will discuss the processes for determining whether to use staff or contract interpreters and the differences between managing employees and contractors. Additionally, the speakers will discuss best practices for an evaluation process, responding to complaints, and employing disciplinary procedures.
PRESENTERS:
Moderator: Ms. Katie Bond, Assistant General Counsel for the Texas Office of Court Administration
- Ms. Michele Oken, Administrator II for the Central Civil Division for the Los Angeles Superior Court
- Ms. Mara Simmons, Court Interpreter Services Director for the Administrative Office of the Courts of Arkansas
- Ms. Sandra Bryan, Coordinator of Court Interpreting Services for the New York State Unified Court System
RESOURCES:
Los Angeles Superior Court Interpreter Services Division 2012
Los Angeles Superior Court Most Requested Languages 2005-2011