Marshallese In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional language service provider is seeking a Marshallese In-Person Interpreter in Everett, WA. This role involves facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient clients. Candidates must be fluent in both Marshallese and English, possess strong customer service skills, and meet ethical standards. This contract position is flexible, offering opportunities to expand your interpreting business. Candidates should have certifications in interpreting practices and can expect to interpret in various professional settings.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Marshallese and English with strong verbal skills.
• Completion of proficiency assessment or national certification required.
• Knowledge of code of ethics in interpreting practices.
• Knowledge of IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC ethics and standards.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onsite interpreting sessions professionally.
• Adapt to new and changing situations quickly.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity.
• Uphold interpreter ethics and procedural requirements.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in diverse settings.
• Respect LEP clients' culture, dialect, beliefs.
• Speak clearly in both languages with correct pronunciation.
• Render accurate concepts according to protocol.

Skills

Fluent communication in Marshallese and English

Excellent listening and retention skills

Customer service aptitude

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

National Medical Interpreter Certification

Job description

Job Title

Marshallese In-Person Interpreter (IPI)

Location

Everett, onsite servicing Snohomish County

Job Type

Independent Contractor

Position Overview

The Marshallese In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Marshallese to English and vice‑versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross‑Cultural training, 40‑hour accredited medical courses).

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Information Technology
• Translation and Localization