Dzongkha Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring remote Dzongkha-English phone interpreters for various industries. You'll handle calls, ensuring accurate real-time interpretations while maintaining professionalism throughout. The position is for independent contractors with specific technical and physical requirements.

Applicants must be fluent in Dzongkha and English, with a preference for backgrounds in teaching or interpretation. This opportunity is suitable for those legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing to undergo a background check and drug screen.
• Preferred background in teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Handle calls on demand as a Dzongkha Telephone Interpreter.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality during interpretations.
• Render meaning accurately, avoiding omissions or additions.

Skills

Fluency in Dzongkha and English

Strong listening skills

Cultural sensitivity

Note-taking skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring remote Dzongkha‑English phone interpreters. The role involves real‑time interpretation between Dzongkha and English for clients in healthcare, government, insurance, finance, utilities, travel and hospitality, general business, law enforcement, court, and 911. The position is an independent contractor and does not qualify for employee benefits.

Position Information

Title: Dzongkha Interpreter
Location: Work at Home (United States)
Type: Independent Contractor
Pay: $0.80 ‑ $0.95 per minute

Position Overview

The Dzongkha Telephone Interpreter handles calls on demand, rendering meaning between Dzongkha and English speakers. The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries, processes information quickly, concisely, and maintains cultural sensitivity. The role does not involve written translation.

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation professionally and courteously.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages with proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Maintain professional demeanor throughout sessions, remaining calm during emergency or stressful calls and ensuring punctuality.
• Follow client instructions and protocol, restricting interactions with the limited‑English‑speaking person to client approval.
• Understand industry terminology for Medical, Insurance, Finance, and other relevant fields.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Dzongkha and English, with an understanding of cultural dynamics.
• Strong listening, retention, and note‑taking skills for high accuracy.
• Ability to remain detached, neutral, and objective during sensitive subject matter.
• Preferred background in teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation.
• At least 18 years old, legally authorized to work in the United States, and willing to undergo a background check and drug screen.
• High school diploma or equivalent; education preferred.

Technical Requirements

• Dedicated personal device (desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone) with Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, iOS, or Android.
• Reliable high‑speed Internet (download ≥5Mbps, upload ≥3Mbps, ping ≤300ms, jitter ≤30ms).
• Quiet, secure workspace free from background noise.

Physical Requirements

• Operate keyboard and mouse; remain stationary in front of a computer for the majority of the day.
• Typing or writing manual dexterity sufficient for the role.
• Ability to lift up to 26lbs.
• Tolerance for moderate noise levels from computer, audio, or telephone.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for 180 days from the posting date of May18,2026.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

LLS is an equal‑opportunity employer and will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities if otherwise qualified.