Digital Translation Project Manager, Digital Services (9976/1053)
Job Description
As a translation project manager, you will manage human translations on SF.gov and for digital services throughout City government. You will manage the entire process and workflow, from communication with City departments and external vendors to QA and publishing. You will work closely with our bilingual content designers, SF.gov product team and stakeholders across the City to refine our processes.
You will also work with a multidisciplinary team to set priorities and establish translation governance as we scale. This work will include:
We are looking for someone with strong project management skills to help shape how we deliver inclusive services to San Franciscans with limited English proficiency (LEP). Looking beyond how we meet the City’s language access requirements, you’ll be involved in improving both the process and the product. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Qualifications
An associate degree in computer science, digital analytics, project management, digital localization or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units; AND
Three (3) years of professional experience in computer science, digital localization or digital project management.
Substitution: Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in computer science or a closely related field. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Translation and Localization
Project Management
Working Practices
Technical Skills
IMPORTANT: Your application MUST include a cover letter and a resume. To upload these item(s), please attach using the "additional attachments" function. VERIFICATION: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the application and/or departmental selection process. Written verification (proof) of qualifying experience must verify that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications stated on the announcement. Written verification must be submitted on employer’s official letterhead, specifying name of employee, dates of employment, types of employment (part-time/full-time), job title(s), description of duties performed, and the verification must be signed by the employer. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which they are appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee’s class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Service Commission Rules. Experience claimed in self-employment must be supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to the minimum qualifications of the position. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupations and total earnings must be submitted. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456. NOTE: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
Additional Information
COMPENSATION: $117,598 - $147,966 annually
APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME, BUT NOT BEFORE SEPTEMBER 23, 2022. LATE OR INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. MAILED, HAND DELIVERED OR FAXED DOCUMENTS/APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidates’ qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to participate in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Qualified applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must contact the Agency by phone at (415) 554-6000 or, if hearing impaired at (415) 554-6015 (TTY).
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.