Romani Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions; United States; Remote; < USD 1,000; Part time

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions is seeking a Romani Telephone Interpreter as an Independent Contractor. This remote position requires fluency in Romani and English, with a focus on cultural sensitivity and professionalism during interpretation sessions.

The ideal candidate has excellent listening skills and experience in language-related fields. Pay is between $1.25 - $1.40 per minute. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Applications will be accepted for 180 days from May 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Romani and English with cultural competency.
• Ability to handle sensitive subjects and maintain neutrality.
• Legally authorized to work in the US without future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to interpreting sessions.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during calls.
• Adapt to technology enhancements as needed.

Skills

Fluency in Romani and English

Excellent listening and retention skills

Ability to assess cultural dynamics

Neutrality and objectivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education or work experience in language-related fields

Tools

Desktop or laptop

High-speed Internet connection

Job description

Position Overview

Romani Telephone Interpreter –Independent Contractor –Pay: $1.25 – $1.40 per minute. Work from home in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to 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 Romani and English using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout all interpreting sessions.
• Remain calm during sessions, especially if a primary speaker is incoherent or upset, and during emergency situations such as 911 calls.
• Maintain punctuality and availability during the assigned work hours.
• Follow client instructions in compliance with protocol, ensuring the client’s expectations are met with the Limited English‑speaking Person (LEP) and avoiding interaction with the LEP without client permission.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries, including medical, insurance, finance, and law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and to working in a diverse environment.
• Handle calls that may be highly emotional or stressful, remaining on the call for extended periods without breaks due to volume or nature of the call.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Romani and English and skill in the associated cultural dynamics.
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to facilitate communication with the LEP.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note‑taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Ability to concentrate, remain detached from the conversation, neutral, and objective at all times while handling sensitive subjects such as end‑of‑life conversations, pregnancy termination, vaccinations, and matters concerning sexual orientation or gender expression.
• Education or work experience in language‑related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred.
• Must be able to adapt to any LLS technology enhancements that improve service delivery and meet client demands.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States with no requirement for future visa sponsorship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants currently employed by a LanguageLine client or an affiliated LanguageLine business may not be eligible for consideration.
• Ability to read and write in the requested languages is highly preferred.

Technical Requirements

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes (desktop or laptop). Acceptable operating systems: Windows, macOS, or ChromeOS.
• Tablets (iPadOS or Android) and smartphones (iOS or Android) are also acceptable.
• Restricted hardware or software: Kaspersky products, Huawei hardware.
• High‑speed Internet connection with at least 5Mbps download, 3Mbps upload, ping no more than 300ms, and jitter no more than 30ms.
• Quiet workspace free from background noise or distraction.

Physical Requirements

• Operate keyboard and mouse and remain seated in front of a computer for the majority of the day.
• Operate company‑provided software and systems to perform all duties.
• Require sufficient manual dexterity to type or write.
• Ability to lift up to 26lbs.
• May be exposed to moderate noise levels from computer, audio, or telephone equipment.

Application Information

Applications will be accepted for 180 days from the posting date of May152026.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LanguageLine Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are made and offered to individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Pay Transparency and Non‑Discrimination Provision

LanguageLine Solutions does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of inquiry, discussion, or disclosure of pay. Employees with access to compensation information may only disclose it in response to a formal complaint, for a lawful investigation, or in accordance with legal duty to provide such information.