Somali Onsite and Video Community Interpreter (Portland OR)

Mindlink Resources; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning Center access

Feedback cycles and LinguistLink usage

Certification pathways

Job summary

Mindlink Resources seeks a dedicated Somali Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff in Portland OR and Vancouver WA. The role involves onsite interpretation at client sites and secure video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments.

Required: 1–2 years of professional interpreting, native Somali fluency, and experience with Zoom/Teams. Preferred: 60-hour training and certifications (CCHI/NBCC etc.), plus K-12 experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified Somali language proficiency and native-level fluency.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Teams or other video platforms; secure, quiet workspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate Somali interpretation during IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.
• Deliver services onsite and via secure video platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethics.
• Collaborate with educators to ensure meaningful access for Spanish-speaking families.
• Use LinguistLink for scheduling and glossary development; troubleshoot basic video issues.

Skills

Somali interpretation

Educational interpretation

Cross-cultural communication

Confidentiality

Video interpretation

Bilingual Somali

Education

60-hour interpreter training

CCHI/NBCMI/RID/NAJIT/Oregon certs

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Somali Onsite and Video Community Interpreter (Portland OR)

Mindlink Resources Portland, Oregon, United States

About this position

Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Somali Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Portland OR and Vancouver WA area. This role includes both onsite interpretation at client sites and remote video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments.

Technical Requirements (for Video Interpretation)

• Reliable high-speed internet.
• Professional headset and webcam.
• Secure and quiet workspace.

Professional Development

• Access to Mindlink’s Learning Center for ongoing training.
• Participation in feedback cycles using tools like LinguistLink.
• Opportunities for certification advancement and skill development.

About Mindlink

Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.

Diversity Policy

Mindlink welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, tribal affiliation, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, mental or physical disability or any other considerations under federal, state or local law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Somali interpretation during IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, academic assessments, school events, and other events.
• Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics.
• Collaborate with educators, specialists, and administrators to ensure meaningful access for Spanish-speaking families.
• Use tools such as LinguistLink for scheduling and feedback, and contribute to glossary development for school-specific terminology.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 1-2 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified third-party Somali language proficiency.
• Native-level fluency in Somali.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms.
• Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.

Preferred:

• Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program.
• Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation.
• Experience in K-12 educational settings, especially with IEPs and special education services.