Italian Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to breaking down language barriers as an Italian Telephone Interpreter. In this remote role, you'll use your language skills to assist limited-English speakers across various industries, ensuring clear communication in critical situations. With comprehensive training and opportunities for advancement, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and cultural sensitivity. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the required language proficiency, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful interactions and improve lives from the comfort of your home.

Benefits

Employee Referral Program

Advancement Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Fluency in Italian and English with cultural understanding.
• Excellent listening and note-taking skills for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interpretation between Italian and English speakers.
• Maintain professionalism and cultural sensitivity during calls.

Skills

Fluency in Italian

Fluency in English

Cultural Competency

Listening Skills

Note-taking Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Education in Language-related Fields

Tools

Desktop/Laptop Computers

Smartphones

Tablets

Job description

At LanguageLine, we strive for a world in which language and cultural barriers no longer exist. Use your language skills to dramatically improve the lives of limited-English speakers, as well as the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Even better, you can do this while working from your own home.

LanguageLine has been certified as a Great Place to Work, and is regularly listed as one of America’s top work-from-home employers.

Our interpreters serve clients across numerous industries, including health care, 911, first responders, education, government agencies, and all walks of business.

As an interpreter, you will receive training that is the best in the industry. We’ll ensure that you learn new skills while further developing your skillset. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement. You’ll be in a certified ASTM and ISO environment. You'll also be supported by a Senior Language Specialist, as well as our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.

Join our team now!

Job Description

Location: Work at Home position in United States

Pay: $0.50 - $0.65 per minute. Actual per minute rates are dependent on the time of day or night when calls are taken and the level of interpretation as defined by LanguageLine Solutions.

We Offer:

• Employee Referral Program.
• Advancement opportunities within the organization.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment.

Position Overview:

The Italian Telephone Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand, and renders the meaning of conversations between Italian and English speakers.The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries that LanguageLine Solutions serves: Healthcare, Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911.

The interpreter processes information quickly, concisely and recognizes sensitive cultural differences. The interpreter is professional and courteous at all times and uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The interpreting sessions may involve simple or complex, technical or non-technical subjects.

This position does not involve written translation however translators and other skilled linguists are encouraged to apply. The Interpreters translate verbally.

**This is a remote position. The Interpreter works from his/her home-office. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment.**

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to the interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the interpreting sessions at all times.
• Remain calm during interpreting sessions in the event that one of the primary speakers is incoherent or upset, especially in emergency situations such as 911 calls .
• Maintain punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions, in compliance with protocol to ensure client expectations are met with the Limited English-speaking Person (LEP), avoiding interaction with the LEP without client’s permission.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including, but not limited to, Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• **Some calls may be highly emotional and/or stressful in nature. The interpreter may need to remain on a call for extended periods without breaks due to the nature of the call or may, at times experience high call volumes. The interpreter must have the ability to provide the required, company standards of service within this dynamic environment. **

Qualifications

• Fluency in Italian andEnglish and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics.
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to find ways of communicating with the LEP.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Ability to concentrate, stay detached from the conversation, remain neutral and objective at all times, and remain on calls that involve sensitive subjects such as end of life conversations, pregnancy termination, vaccinations, and matters concerning sexual orientation and/or gender expression.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred.
• Must be able to adapt to any LLS technology enhancements that improve service delivery and meet client demands.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with LanguageLine Solutions (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates who are currently employed by a client of LanguageLine Solutions or an affiliated LanguageLine Solutions business may not be eligible for consideration.
• Ability to read and write the requested languages - highly preferred.

**Based on your location, a post-offer, a pre-employment background check and/or drug screen may be required**

Technical Requirements:

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes.
  • Desktop / Laptop Computers with any of the following Operating Systems: Windows, MacOS, or ChromeOS.
  • Tablets (iPadOS or Android) are acceptable.
  • Smartphones (iOS or Android) are also acceptable.
• Restricted brands:
  • Kaspersky products.
  • Huawei hardware.
• High speed Internet connection for work related electronic communication. This internet connection should provide download speeds of no less than 5 Mbps, upload speeds of 3 Mbps, Ping value of no more than 300 ms, Jitter value of no more than 30 ms.
• Must have access to a quiet space free from background noise or distraction.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse and remain in a stationary position in front of a computer the majority of the workday.
• Must be able to operate company provided software and systems to perform all aspects of the job.
• Must have sufficient manual dexterity to type or write.
• Able to lift up to 26 lbs.
• May be exposed to moderate noise levels; i.e. computer, audio, telephone.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED --- EEO/AA

LLS is an equal opportunity employer, meaning that employment opportunities are made and offered to individuals without regard to race, color,religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law or local ordinance. LLS will reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities if the person is otherwise qualified to safely perform all of the essential functions of the position. Should you require accommodations to complete this application and/or the interview process, please let us know immediately.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race. color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

Compliance with Disability Laws . It is the policy of LanguageLine that qualified individuals with disabilities not be discriminated against because of their disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is also our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. We are prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship.

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PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

Important Notice to Candidates: There may be LanguageLine imposters on some recruiting platforms, so be aware of the following:

LanguageLine does not use Telegram or any other instant messaging platforms to conduct correspondence or interviews with candidates during our recruitment process.

LanguageLinenever requests applicants or new hires to provide any payment to establish an applicant portal or for any other purpose as part of our onboarding/hiring process for the purchase of equipment or otherwise .

Online applications posted through our Careers portal at http://www.languageline.com and http://www.languageline.com/uk are the only way for job applicants to apply with us. Once an online application has been received a unique applicant ID will be assigned which can be verified by all authorized company representatives.

If anyone ever asks you for personal information or documents without your first having received an ID which has been authorized, please do not provide them with anything.

About Us

We are fanatical about people understanding people. We strive to improve the world and empower relationships one word at a time. Our clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve together are our inspiration and the key to success. Excellence is our non-compromising obligation. We learn from each other and are enriched by the diversity of people, thought, and culture. We are united in our differences. We are passionate about seeing people smile when they are understood and are committed to innovation to create more smiles. We make a difference in people’s lives every day. We help to ensure justice, save lives, welcome newborns, and build futures. This is the experience we live for.