#9.2 [OCIS] Onsite Consecutive Spanish Interpreter in Chicago

Interprenet, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community impact

Diverse environment

Freelance flexibility

Professional language support

Job summary

Interprenet, Ltd. in the Chicago metropolitan area seeks a freelance consecutive interpreter to interpret between English and Spanish at events. You will convey meaning and tone accurately, maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity across conversations.

The role requires native Spanish proficiency and professional English proficiency with the ability to adapt to varied topics. Training and certification are a plus, with a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Training and certification in interpretation are a plus.
• Knowledge in medical, education, and financial terminology are a plus.
• Minimum passing grade on interpretation tests.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and impartially interpret between English and Spanish during conversations.
• Remain composed and manage emotions professionally in challenging situations.
• Adhere to confidentiality, ethics and professionalism.

Skills

Consecutive interpretation

Bilingual English-Spanish

Cross-Cultural awareness

Emotional control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Being present at the event, the consecutive interpreter will interpret between individuals who speak English and Spanish.

Job Location:

Chicago Metropolitan Area, Illinois, United States

Job Type:

Freelance

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately and impartially interpret between two languages, conveying the meaning, tone, and nuances of the conversation while maintaining cultural sensitivity.
• Remain composed and manage emotions professionally in challenging situations.
• Adhere to all regulations in confidentiality, ethical guidelines and professionalism.

Job Benefits:

• Support local community development by facilitating communication, breaking down language barriers, and helping people from different backgrounds understand each other.
• Working in a diverse and dynamic environment
• Professional proficiency in English.
• Native proficiency in Spanish.
• Strong interpretation skills: the ability to accurately convey spoken language without omissions, additions, or distortions.
• Cross-Cultural awareness: Understanding and respect of other cultures, customs and communication styles.
• Flexibility to adapt to various subject matters, industries, and situations during interpretation.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Training and certification in interpretation are a plus.
• Knowledge in specific fields such as medical, education, and financial terminology are a plus.
• Maintaining a professional workplace appearance.
• Minimum passing grade on interpretation tests.