On-Site Interpreting (OSI) Opportunity - Clark County

Prisma International; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Prisma International is seeking professional Interpreters as Independent Contractors to assist with on-site interpretation in Vancouver, Washington. Candidates must be fluent in English and a target language, with at least one year of interpreting experience. This role involves working with government representatives to support communication with Limited English Proficient speakers.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, professional references, and applicable certifications. A Washington State background check is required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience.
• Full fluency in English and near-native proficiency in target language.
• Able to provide DSHS Language Testing Certification or ATA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Support government representatives with on-site interpretation for non-English speakers.
• Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speakers.
• Manage the flow of conversation and clarify as needed.

Skills

Fluency in English

Interpretation skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma) is actively seeking qualified, professional Interpreters to join our team as Independent Contractors. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you will be supporting our State of Washington client with on‑site (in person) interpretation (OSI) assignments in Clark County. There may be opportunities for over‑the‑phone (OPI) and/or video remote (VRI) assignments.

Languages

Interpreters are needed for interpretation between English and the following languages:

• Spanish (US) – requested language
• Arabic
• Burmese
• Chinese – Cantonese
• Chinese – Mandarin
• Chin (all variants)
• Dari
• Farsi
• Hindi
• Hmong
• Japanese
• Khmer (Cambodian)
• Korean
• Laotian
• Mixteco (Bajo and Alto)
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Punjabi
• Russian
• Samoan
• Somali
• Swahili
• Thai
• Ukrainian
• Vietnamese

Please note: This work requires, at minimum, a Washington State Patrol (WSP) background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you have previously undergone a detailed WSP background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast‑tracked security screening process.

Job Description

• Experience with consecutive or simultaneous on‑site interpretation between a government representative and non‑English speakers.
• Polite expression, enunciation, and high‑level customer service.
• Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker.
• Correct grammar, clarity and tones between the two languages.
• Follow speakers’ direction, interject professionally for clarification, and manage the flow of a conversation.
• Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and from disagreements with the customer or LEP.
• Compliance with applicable ethics and standards.
• Experience in the healthcare, legal, medical, government or court industries.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one (1) year of on‑site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience.
• Two (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on‑site consecutive or simultaneous interpreter.
• Minimum age: 18+ years or older.
• Minimum education: High School Diploma.
• Must reside in the state of Washington.
• Full fluency in English and demonstrated native or near‑native level proficiency in target language.
• Able to provide at least one of the following accreditations:
• Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC).
• American Translation Association (ATA).
• Trained or accredited through a higher education institution.

Security Requirements

Interpreters must have an active Washington State Patrol background check or be able to provide a background clearance greater than a Washington State Patrol background check.

Desired Skills

• Experience working with Washington State agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc.