Spanish Interpreter

TransPerfect; El Paso (TX); Remote; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A leading interpreting services provider is seeking highly fluent bilingual speakers in English and Spanish to work as Over-the-Phone and Video Remote Interpreters. This role involves providing consecutive interpretation services across various industries, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality, while managing calls in a professional environment. Candidates must have strong communication skills and some experience in call centers or customer service. Competitive pay starting from $15.00 per hour is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of call center, customer service, or interpreting experience.
• Proven ability to think clearly and act professionally in fast moving situations.
• Strong sense of professional responsibility, integrity, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive interpretation services between English and Spanish.
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and neutrality in interpretation.
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times.

Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Strong verbal communication

Ethical decision making

Active listening

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College education preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Company

TransPerfect Connect (TPC) is the world’s leading provider of interpreting services, including Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). We support communication in over 170 languages and are committed to upholding the highest standards of linguistic accuracy, professionalism, and client care.

About the Role

TPC is seeking highly fluent, professional bilingual speakers (English Spanish) with experience using their language skills in a professional call center-style setting. We offer comprehensive, paid training to launch your career as an Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpreter (VRI), helping clients across industries such as healthcare, legal, and financial services.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive interpretation services between English and Spanish across various industries (medical, legal, customer service, etc.)
• Ensure complete accuracy, clarity, and neutrality in interpretation—preserving tone, intent, and emotion
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times
• Manage call flow professionally, including respectfully intervening when clarification is needed
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence, especially in high‑pressure or emotionally charged interactions
• Apply short term memory retention, active listening, and note taking techniques to manage longer exchanges
• Remain strictly within the interpreter’s role without offering personal opinions or advice
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and feedback sessions to maintain and enhance performance
• Utilize basic computer tools (MS Office, internal platforms) to effectively manage calls and log activity

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); college education preferred
• Fluency in English and Spanish, with B2+ proficiency or higher
• Ability to pass a language and interpreting skills assessment
• Minimum of 6 months of call center, customer service, or interpreting experience
• Strong verbal communication, bilingual accuracy, and ethical decision making
• Proven ability to think clearly and act professionally in fast moving, emotionally complex situations
• Strong sense of professional responsibility, integrity, and time management
• Comfortable with assertive communication and session control
• Basic computer skills, including typing and MS Office navigation
• Quiet, distraction-free workspace conducive to active listening and sustained concentration

Required Skills

• Certification in medical, legal, or community interpreting (strong plus)
• Experience with remote work tools and communication platforms

Preferred Skills

• Certification in medical, legal, or community interpreting (strong plus)
• Experience with remote work tools and communication platforms

Pay range and compensation package

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Statement

TransPerfect is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.