Interpreter – Various Languages

International Rescue Committee; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Interpreter to provide accurate, confidential interpretation for LEP clients across clinics, schools, and community settings. The role encompasses in-person and remote work, with assignment tracking in our software system.

Strong English skills, cultural sensitivity, and basic computer literacy are essential; multilingual proficiency is highly valued. Some weekend/evening hours and local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Cultural sensitivity and trust-building with clients and partners.
• Proficient English skills, both spoken and written.
• Ability to interpret in multiple languages as required by clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial interpretation for LEP individuals and service providers in various settings (in-person, telephonic, video).
• Track assignments and hours in designated software.
• Participate in trainings and assessments; support special projects as needed.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Proficient in English

Language proficiency (client group)

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma

Interpretation certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

This job posting was opened on 3/28/25. Please note that we will be prioritizing candidates who are current IRC (and recently employed by IRC) staff before other applicants. If necessary, we will extend the opportunity to external candidates.

Job Overview

The Interpreter provides in-person and/or remote interpretation to facilitate, with accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality, the language needs of Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals and their service providers. Activities include providing professional interpretation services, use of software to track assignments, and occasional trainings and assessments.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation to LEP individuals and service providers in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Services may be rendered in-person, via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual means.
• Track assignments and work hours within designated software.
• Participate in trainings and assessments.
• May support special projects and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma strongly preferred.
• Interpretation certification preferred.

Work Experience

• Relevant professional interpretation experience preferred.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies

• Cultural sensitivity; ability to build trust with clients, colleagues, and partners.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.
• Spoken proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is required; including but not limited to Spanish, French, Arabic, Burmese (Chin, Matu, Rohingya, Karen, Karenni, Tedim), Kirundi, Kinyarwanda, Somali, Farsi, Dari, Pashto, Swahili, Amharic, Tigrinya, Nepali, Russian, Kunama, Afar, Sango, Dinka, Lingala, Oromo, Kurdish, Vietnamese, Korean, Urdu, and Hindi.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Reliable transportation to appointment locations.

Working Environment

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Compensation

Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

US Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

Standard of Professional Conduct

The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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US Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.