Somali Interpreter - Flexible, Onsite/Remote & Multimode

Affordable Language Services; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Language Services in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Somali interpreter to join our network as an independent contractor for onsite, video remote (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting.

You will interpret across education, medical, social services and legal settings, maintain professional conduct, and meet requirements for English/Somali proficiency, reliable transport, and a quiet, connected work environment for virtual appointments.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English and Somali in written and spoken forms.
• Certified in Interpreting or BA in interpretation/translation preferred.
• At least 1 year of professional interpreting experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between English and Somali for onsite, VRI and OPI.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to a professional code of ethics.
• Ensure reliable transportation for onsite work and quiet environment for virtual jobs.

Skills

English proficiency

Somali language

Interpreting

Education

BA in interpretation or translation

Tools

Email apps

Scheduling systems

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Affordable Language Services in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Somali interpreter to join our network as an independent contractor for onsite, video remote (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting.

You will interpret across education, medical, social services and legal settings, maintain professional conduct, and meet requirements for English/Somali proficiency, reliable transport, and a quiet, connected work environment for virtual appointments.