Swahili Interpreter - Independent Contractor (LEP Support)

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates, Inc. is seeking Swahili interpreters for the Richmond, VA area. As part of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will facilitate language communication for LEP communities in various settings.

LSA continuously accepts qualified interpreters for a wide range of assignments! Interpreters should be fluent in English and Swahili, provide excellent client service, and meet preferred experience and certification criteria.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in both English and Swahili.
• High level of client service.
• 1+ year of professional interpreting experience preferred.
• Industry certifications/trainings (CMI, CCHI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices
• Adhere to clearance requirements as requested by clientsReport on site to any accepted assignments in a timely manner
• Access to personal or public transport

Skills

Bilingual English/Swahili

Customer service oriented

Interpreting experience

Education

1+ year interpreting experience (preferred)

CMI / CCHI certifications (preferred)

Job description

Language Services Associates, Inc. is seeking Swahili interpreters for the Richmond, VA area. As part of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will facilitate language communication for LEP communities in various settings.

LSA continuously accepts qualified interpreters for a wide range of assignments! Interpreters should be fluent in English and Swahili, provide excellent client service, and meet preferred experience and certification criteria.