Hmong Simultaneous Interpreter

Focus Interpreting; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Focus Interpreting seeks a proficient Hmong Simultaneous Interpreter to provide interpretation services for City Council meetings across the United States. This role will be crucial in ensuring that Hmong-speaking community members have access to and can engage in local governance effectively.

You will collaborate with City Council staff, prepare for meetings by understanding the agenda and context of discussions, and maintain confidentiality while upholding professional standards throughout

Qualifications

• Fluency in Hmong and English with strong oral skills.
• Experience in simultaneous interpretation, preferably in government or community settings.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time simultaneous interpretation for City Council meetings for Hmong speakers.
• Collaborate with City Council staff to prepare by understanding the agenda and context of discussions.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards throughout interpretation sessions.
• Adapt interpretation techniques to suit meeting format and context.
• Continuously enhance interpretation skills and cultural knowledge to serve the community better.

Skills

Bilingual Hmong-English

Simultaneous interpretation

High-pressure communication

Cultural awareness

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Focus Interpreting is seeking a proficient Hmong Simultaneous Interpreter to provide interpretation services for City Council meetings across the United States. This role will be crucial in ensuring that Hmong-speaking community members have access to and can engage in local governance effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide real-time simultaneous interpretation for Hmong speakers during City Council meetings, ensuring accuracy and clarity of communication
• Collaborate with City Council staff to prepare for meetings by understanding the agenda and context of discussions
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards throughout all interpretation sessions
• Adapt interpretation techniques to suit the specific needs of the meeting's format and context
• Continuously enhance your interpretation skills and cultural knowledge to serve the community better

REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in both Hmong and English, with exceptional oral communication skills in both languages
• Strong understanding of the cultural context and political landscape relevant to City Council proceedings
• Experience in simultaneous interpretation is required, preferably in community settings or governmental meetings
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines

Requirements

• Fluency in Hmong and English
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of cultural and political context
• Experience in simultaneous interpretation required
• Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure

Benefits

Paid per assignment per hour