ASL Interpreter

Cayuse Holdings; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 63,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuse Language Connect, LLC is seeking a qualified American Sign Language interpreter to support Deaf and hearing individuals across education, medical, legal, and community settings. The role includes on-site and remote interpreting, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to RID Code.

Candidates should have 5+ years of ASL interpretation, a BA in ASL/Deaf Studies or related field, and RID/BEI/CDI certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ASL, Linguistics, Deaf Studies or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of ASL interpreting experience in relevant fields.
• Must hold RID, BEI or CDI certification or equivalent.
• Fluency in ASL and English with strong cultural awareness.
• Background checks and client-specific screenings may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL interpretation for one-on-one and group settings, including virtual or in-person meetings.
• Facilitate communication across education, healthcare, legal, and community services.
• Utilize VRI and other technologies for remote interpretation when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Collaborate with Deaf individuals, colleagues, and organizational staff to ensure seamless communication.
• Perform additional language support tasks as assigned.

Skills

ASL-English fluency

Deaf culture awareness

Interpersonal communication

Remote interpreting platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in ASL/Linguistics/Deaf Studies

RID/BEI/CDI certifications

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)

Job description

Overview

Cayuse Language Connect, LLC, is seeking a skilled and dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to provide high-quality ASL interpretation services to support effective communication between Deaf and hearing individuals. The ideal candidate will interpret scenarios across diverse fields such as education, legal, medical, environmental, and social services, ensuring accessibility, professionalism, and adherence to ethical standards.

The position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL interpretation for one-on-one interactions, group settings, and virtual or in-person meetings.
• Facilitate communication in a variety of settings, including but not limited to education, healthcare, legal proceedings, and community services.
• Utilize Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) and other technologies to deliver high-quality remote interpretation services when required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards outlined by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID Code of Professional Conduct).
• Work collaboratively with Deaf individuals, colleagues, and organizational personnel to deliver seamless communication.
• Perform other language support tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

• Minimum 5+ years of professional ASL interpreting experience in one or more relevant fields (e.g., education, medical, community, or legal).
• Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language (ASL), Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Must hold one or more of the following professional certifications:
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification.
• Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification.
• Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification, or equivalent.

Minimum Skills

• Fluency in ASL and English, with exceptional comprehension, vocabulary, and cultural awareness.
• Thorough understanding of the Deaf culture, and the ability to engage with the Deaf community effectively and respectfully.
• Strong ability to manage complex or sensitive communication exchanges with professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
• Physical stamina and mental focus for extended interpreting sessions in both remote and in-person environments.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, social awareness, and sensitivity to cultural nuances.
• Familiarity with virtual interpreting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or VRI tools) for remote assignments.
• Must pass a background check and comply with additional client or project‑specific screenings during employment as required.
• Travel availability to support on‑site assignments when needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language (ASL), Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Experience interpreting in high-profile or specialized fields (e.g., federal courts, higher education, or corporate environments).
• Knowledge of tactile interpreting (e.g., for Deaf‑Blind clients).
• Fluency in an additional spoken language (e.g., Spanish, French, Mandarin) alongside ASL.

Reports to: Deputy Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Must be able to be on‑call, Interpreter will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Location US-

ID 2026-4601

Category Language Services

Position Type Part-Time Hourly Non Exempt

Remote Yes

Clearance Required None

Pay Range USD $46.00 - USD $80.00 /Hr.