Ilocano Interpreter - On-Site Hawaii (1099 Contractor)

CLOVEHITCH; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant not specified

Job summary

CLGT Solutions, LLC dba CLOVEHITCH is seeking qualified on-site Ilocano interpreters to provide professional in-person interpretation across the Hawaiian Islands.

The role requires proficiency (ILR 2+) in English and Ilocano with healthcare, legal, or social services terminology, strong ethics, and the ability to work at various client sites in Hawaii. This is an independent contractor (1099) position with no employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have working proficiency (ILR 2+) in English and target language.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret accurately in a professional or social services environment.
• Interpreter training or certification preferred (e.g., CCHI, CMI, court interpreter certification, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of and adherence to interpreter ethics, including confidentiality, impartiality, and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, complete, and impartial in-person interpretation between client staff and LEP clients receiving services.
• Interpret in the first person, relaying all content completely and without editing, summarizing, or omitting any information.
• Serve as a communication liaison to ensure mutual understanding while maintaining neutrality and professionalism.
• Adhere strictly to professional interpreter codes of ethics, including confidentiality, accuracy, and impartiality.

Skills

ILR 2+ proficiency

Professional interpretation

In-person interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Ethics and confidentiality

Pacific Islander language familiarity

Background checks

US work authorization

Job description

CLGT Solutions, LLC dba CLOVEHITCH is seeking qualified on-site Ilocano interpreters to provide professional in-person interpretation across the Hawaiian Islands.

The role requires proficiency (ILR 2+) in English and Ilocano with healthcare, legal, or social services terminology, strong ethics, and the ability to work at various client sites in Hawaii. This is an independent contractor (1099) position with no employee benefits.