Remote Kunama Interpreter – On‑Demand Phone Sessions

LanguageLine Solutions LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 103,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Advancement opportunities within the组织

Interpreter support

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions is seeking a Kunama Interpreter to deliver phone interpretation from the comfort of a home office in the United States. This independent contractor role serves diverse industries and emphasizes rapid, accurate interpretation across health care, government, insurance, finance, and more.

The position requires Kunama and English fluency, cultural competency, and 18+ work eligibility. A quiet, dedicated workspace and reliable tech are essential for success in this remote role.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Kunama and English 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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Kunama

English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LanguageLine Solutions is seeking a Kunama Interpreter to deliver phone interpretation from the comfort of a home office in the United States. This independent contractor role serves diverse industries and emphasizes rapid, accurate interpretation across health care, government, insurance, finance, and more.

The position requires Kunama and English fluency, cultural competency, and 18+ work eligibility. A quiet, dedicated workspace and reliable tech are essential for success in this remote role.