Court Interpreter (Onsite) - Bilingual Legal & Govt Sessions

Prisma International; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma) seeks experienced onsite interpreters to provide simultaneous and/or consecutive interpretation for clients in California. Onsite work may include Video Remote Interpretation (VRI) appointments.

Ideal candidates are court-certified in California or federal courts, with strong English and Spanish proficiency and experience using interpretation tools like Zoom. Professional appearance and punctuality are essential.

Qualifications

• Court-certified in California or US Federal Courts preferred.
• If not court-certified, at least two years of onsite interpretation experience in legal/courts settings.
• Trained/tested by recognized interpretation organizations or higher education institutions.
• Three references who can confirm professional onsite interpreter status.
• Full fluency in English and the other language.
• Minimum age 18+ years.
• Minimum education: High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Provide simultaneous and consecutive onsite and video remote interpretation.
• Review background documents prior to assignments to ensure accurate interpretation.
• Utilize virtual interpretation tools (e.g., Zoom) as needed.
• Operate interpretation equipment such as sound booths, control units, FM transmitters, headsets.
• Maintain professional appearance, courteous demeanor, and punctuality.
• Follow speaker directions and manage conversation flow; interject for clarification as needed.
• Avoid side conversations and disagreements with LEP clients.

Skills

Simultaneous interpretation

Consecutive interpretation

Spanish language

English language

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma) seeks experienced onsite interpreters to provide simultaneous and/or consecutive interpretation for clients in California. Onsite work may include Video Remote Interpretation (VRI) appointments.

Ideal candidates are court-certified in California or federal courts, with strong English and Spanish proficiency and experience using interpretation tools like Zoom. Professional appearance and punctuality are essential.