Interpreter (California)

Prisma International; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic language services provider is seeking experienced interpreters to join their independent contractor team. Candidates must have at least 3 years of interpretation experience and hold ILR level 3 proficiency in English and a non-English language. Responsibilities include providing verbatim interpretation and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. This contract role supports various federal agencies and demands excellent communication and cultural understanding.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and reside in the U.S.
• Must possess ILR level 3 proficiency in English and a non-English language.
• 3+ years of professional interpretation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation of spoken words.
• Monitor third-party interpreters for quality assurance.
• Comply with professional ethics and quality standards.
• Communicate timely and professionally with team members.

Skills

Deep understanding of cultures

Legal terminology expertise

Excellent writing skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer or laptop with wired headset

Secure high-speed internet connection

Job description

About Prisma International, Inc.

Prisma is a dynamic and growing language services provider committed to delivering exceptional interpretation solutions to clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on our dedication to linguistic excellence and client satisfaction. We are expanding our independent contractor team and seeking experienced Interpreters (OPI, VRI and OSI) with a minimum of 3 years experience and current documentation of ILR 3+ test scores in reading, writing, speaking, translation and listening comprehension in both English and non‑English languages.

Language Combinations

English to and from the following languages. If your language is not listed, you are encouraged to apply if you possess the minimum qualifications and skills listed below.

• Arabic
• Bulgarian
• Chinese
• Czech
• Filipino (Tagalog)
• French
• German
• Greek
• Hindi
• Italian
• Japanese
• Korean
• Persian (Farsi)
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Romanian
• Russian
• Spanish
• Swedish
• Thai
• Ukrainian
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Provide accurate (verbatim) interpretation of spoken words between incarcerated individuals, their visitors, various federal law enforcement, court officials, etc.
  • On-demand and pre-scheduled over-the-phone (OPI), video remote (VRI) and onsite (OSI) in-person appointments (consecutive, simultaneous)
  • Sight translation of written forms and other documents (as needed)
  • Monitor third‑party interpreters for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Comply with professional ethics and quality standards
• Ensure the interpretation of spoken words is conveyed in a cultural style and register appropriate for the subject matter. This requires accurate conveyance of slang expressions, linguistic nuances, and idioms.
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with Prisma team members.
• Participate in quality management processes, e.g. Corrective Action Reports (CAR), Root Cause Analyses (RCA), solution implementation.
• Take all measures necessary to protect and keep private any sensitive information shared with you to carry out interpretation projects (e.g. PHI, PII, SBU).
• If onboarded, you will adhere to the policies and processes defined in the Master Service Agreement (MSA), addendums, and Prisma Vendor Guide.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must reside in the United States or a U.S. territory.
• Must agree to undergo a federal government background check at Public Trust level, which includes a screening process and fingerprinting.
• ILR level 3 (or higher) proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, translation and listening comprehension in English and a non‑English language as measured by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR).
  • Test score documentation must be from an authorized ILR testing entity such as: LTI, NCLA, DLS, ACTFL, etc.
• 3+ years of professional interpretation experience.
• At minimum, a high school diploma.
• Native or near‑native level proficiency in English and the other language.
• Abide by the ATA code of ethics.
• Computer or laptop with a wired headset plus a mobile phone as a backup device, and secure (non-public) high‑speed internet connection.
• Quiet, private workspace.

Essential Skills

• Deep understanding of the cultures associated with the source and target languages.
• Subject matter expertise in legal terminology, law enforcement and courts content.
• Excellent writing, reading, speaking and listening skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Desired Skills / Attributes

• ATA Certification.
• Other certifications or memberships, e.g. NAJIT, AIIC, etc.
• Advanced or specialized degree(s) in a non‑English language, Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, Legal/Courts.
• Experience interpreting for U.S. federal government agencies including the Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons, etc.
• Availability after business hours and on weekends is a plus.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Customer Service

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting