Spanish Interpreter (Washington)

Prisma International; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in interpretation services is seeking SPANISH Interpreters in Washington. This role involves providing on-site interpretation services, ensuring accurate communication between non-English speaking clients and representatives. Candidates must have at least one year of experience, full fluency in English and Spanish, and must pass a Washington State Patrol background check. Entry-level contractors welcome, residing within Washington State are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience.
• Active Washington State Patrol background check or equivalent required.
• Must reside in Washington State.
• Washington residency and background check requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site interpretation between government representatives and non-English speakers.
• Maintain correct grammar and clarity in English and Spanish.
• Deliver accurate meanings and concepts without side conversations.
• Adhere to ethics and standards in interpretation.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Customer service

Ethical compliance

Communication

Ethics adherence

Education

High School Diploma

Higher education accreditation

Job description

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Prisma International Inc. is actively seeking qualified, professional SPANISH Interpreters located in the state of Washington to join our independent contractor team. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you would support in-person on-site interpretation (OSI) assignments in your region of Washington.

Please note: This position requires a Washington State Patrol (WSP) background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you've previously undergone a detailed WSP background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast-tracked screening process.

Job Description

• Experience with consecutive or simultaneous on-site SPANISH interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakers
• Polite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service
• Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker
• Correct grammar, clarity and tones between English and Spanish
• Experience following the speakers' direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation
• Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP
• Compliance with applicable ethics and standards
• Experience in the education, healthcare, legal, medical, government or court industries

Minimum Requirements

• At least one (1) year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience
• Two (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on‑site consecutive or simultaneous interpreter
• Minimum age: Must be 18+ years or older
• Minimum education: Must have High School Diploma
• Must reside within the state of Washington
• Full fluency in English and Spanish
• One of the following accreditations:
  • Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC)
  • American Translation Association (ATA)
  • Trained or accredited through a higher education institution

Security Requirements

Interpreters must have an active Washington State Patrol background check OR be able to provide a background clearance greater than a Washington State Patrol background check.

Desired Skills

• Experience interpreting for Washington state agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Customer Service

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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