Legal Interpreters – Miami

JTG inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A language services company in Miami, FL, seeks a freelance Legal Interpreter fluent in English and one additional language. Candidates should have over 4 years of experience, proven court interpreting skills, and a bachelor's degree. This role requires adhering to legal terminology and ethics, ensuring high-quality service in legal settings. Apply now if you meet these qualifications!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional interpreting experience.
• Proven experience in court interpreting.
• Strong command of legal, formal, and diplomatic vocabulary.
• Familiarity with both formal and informal communication, including regionalisms and slang.
• Willingness to undergo a U.S. government background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality interpreting services for legal and law enforcement settings.
• Accurately interpret while maintaining the original tone, register, and meaning.
• Utilize industry-specific legal terminology.
• Adhere to the professional code of ethics.

Job description

Legal Interpreters – Miami, FL

JTG is actively seeking freelance Legal Interpreters fluent in English and one of the following languages:

Amharic, Arabic, Azeri, Bahasa, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Norwegian, Spanish, Wolof

Location: Miami, FL

Status: Freelance contractor

Citizenship: U.S. citizen residing in the U.S. (dual citizenship accepted)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality interpreting services for legal and law enforcement settings
• Accurately interpret while maintaining the original tone, register, and meaning
• Utilize industry-specific legal terminology
• Adhere to the professional code of ethics

Minimum Requirements:

• 4+ years of professional interpreting experience
• Proven experience in court interpreting
• Strong command of legal, formal, and diplomatic vocabulary
• Familiarity with both formal and informal communication, including regionalisms and slang
• Willingness to undergo a U.S. government background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Court interpreter certification
• Successful completion of an interpreting exam by a U.S. government agency or equivalent (ILR3 score or higher)
• Specialized interpreting training
• Existing security clearance

Education: Minimum of bachelor’s degree

Reports to: Program Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced legal interpreters looking to work in a dynamic, professional setting. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute your skills, we encourage you to apply!

Founded in 1995, JTG is an Employee-Owned Company that is specialized in language services, training, and analytics.