Interpreter (NYCSS)

LIS Solutions; New City (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

LIS Solutions is seeking interpreters to support the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) with on-site and video interpretation across diverse languages. Candidates must demonstrate fluency in their target language and English, possess at least one year of interpreting experience, and reside close to DSS locations. This position is not remote, requires a minimum of 20 hours per week, and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is mandatory. Candidates should also be prepared for potential night or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Fluency in speaking and reading of target language and English.
• At least one year of experience in interpreting and/or translation.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency required.
• Must have reliable internet service and technical capability for video interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and video interpretation across New York City boroughs.
• Assist DSS staff and contracted providers in interviews.
• Interpret between clientele and DSS staff during various events.

Skills

Fluency in target language and English

Interpreting and translation experience

Reliability for 20 hours per week

Ability to travel to customer sites

Technical capability for video interpretation

Job description

Position Summary

LIS Solutions, a leader in Government language, intelligence, and security support services, is seeking interpreters to support The New York City Department of Social Services (DSS). Support will consist of on-site and video interpretation in a variety of languages across DSS locations across the five (5) New York City boroughs. Interpreters will assist DSS staff and contracted providers in conducting interviews, engaging in social service work, and meeting with current/prospective clients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Fluency in speaking and reading of target language and English.
• At least one (1) year of experience in interpreting and /or translation.
• Must reside within commutable distance to customer location sites across the five (5) New York City boroughs.
• Must be willing to travel to customer site locations as schedule requires. Although there may be some remote tasks via online meetings, this is not a remote position.
• Ability to support a minimum of 20 hours per week as needed during normal business hours M-F.
• Note some locations require support 24/7 support 365 days per year. Must be willing to support 3rd shift and/or weekends if needed.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency required.
• Accurately interpret between clientele and DSS staff for meetings, hearings and other on‑site events, as well as video teleconferencing.
• Provide translation of client documents to include but not limited to birth certificates, marriage certificates, passports, etc.
• Must have reliable internet service and technical capability to provide video interpretation via online platforms – i.e. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp when on‑site support is not an option.

LIS Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.