Russian Over the Phone Interpreter

Global Language System; United States; Remote; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid training and continuing professional development

Job summary

A leading interpretation provider is seeking Russian Over-the-Phone Interpreters for a remote role. The successful candidate will provide real-time telephonic interpretation between Russian and English during immigration interviews and official proceedings. Qualifications include native proficiency in both languages, experience in legal settings, and knowledge of interpreter standards. Competitive pay ranging from $25 to $30 per hour is offered, along with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience in immigration, legal, medical, or government settings.
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics and professional standards (NCIHC, ATA, RID).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial Russian ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers and applicants.
• Interpret in immigration, legal, and administrative contexts with professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to USCIS/DHS compliance standards.

Skills

Native or near-native proficiency in Russian and English

Strong communication skills

Ability to remain accurate under pressure

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About Us

Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We deliver secure, high-quality language access in more than 80 languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.

We are seeking Russian Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to join our USCIS contract team. These interpreters will provide real-time telephonic interpretation between Russian and English during immigration interviews, hearings, and official proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial Russian ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
• Interpret in immigration, legal, and administrative contexts with professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to USCIS/DHS compliance standards.
• Handle both scheduled and urgent interpretation requests.
• Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Russian and English.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, medical, or government settings preferred).
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics and professional standards (NCIHC, ATA, RID).
• Strong communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $25–30/hour.
• Remote work with secure, USCIS-approved systems.
• Paid training and continuing professional development.
• Steady workflow under a federal contract.
• Career growth opportunities in linguist leadership and quality control.

How to Apply

Submit:

1. Resume / CV highlighting Russian interpreting experience.
2. Certifications (court, ATA, medical, or other credentials preferred).
3. Availability for full-time assignments.

Apply at: [e-mail] Subject line: Russian OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract

This is a remote position.