Remote Bambara-English Phone Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Advancement opportunities

Interpreter support

Inclusive work environment

Independent contractor position

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring for a Work at Home Bambara - English Phone Interpreter. The role is a remote contractor position serving the United States across industries, focusing on high-quality interpretation between Bambara and English.

Interpreters will handle on-demand calls from a home office, with required quiet environment, training provided, and opportunities for advancement within a certified ASTM/ISO environment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Bambara and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics.
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to communicate with LEP.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to interpreting sessions promptly in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to interpretation protocol.
• Speak clearly in both languages with proper pronunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout interpreting sessions.
• Remain calm on calls, including emergency situations such as 911.

Skills

Bambara

English

Education

High school diploma

Job description

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring for a Work at Home Bambara - English Phone Interpreter. The role is a remote contractor position serving the United States across industries, focusing on high-quality interpretation between Bambara and English.

Interpreters will handle on-demand calls from a home office, with required quiet environment, training provided, and opportunities for advancement within a certified ASTM/ISO environment.