Interpreter (OPI & VRI - Legal)

About this task

Independent contractor position providing legal interpretation through over-the-phone interpreting (on-demand and pre-scheduled) and video remote interpreting (pre-scheduled). This is a 100% remote position. Applicants must live in the United States.

Languages in demand: Spanish, Amharic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dakota, German, Karen, Lakota, Nakota, Nepali, Serbian, Somali, Tagalog and Vietnamese.

Responsibilities:
- Provide OPI and VRI services between state government representatives and non-English speakers, including South Dakota DHS/LTSS offices.
- Accurately convey concepts and meanings between English speakers and Limited English Proficient speakers, maintaining correct grammar, clarity and tone.
- Use polite forms of expression, clear enunciation and a high standard of customer service.
- Follow speakers’ direction, professionally request clarification when necessary and manage conversational flow.
- Avoid side conversations and disagreements with customers or speakers.
- Follow applicable professional ethics, interpreting standards, data security protocols and personal information protection requirements.

Requirements:
- State or federal court certification, or court-qualified/registered credentials, with supporting certificates or proof of training.
- At least two years of professional OPI and VRI interpretation experience.
- Two references who can confirm professional legal interpreting experience.
- Age 18 or older and at least a high school diploma.
- Fluency in English and the target language.
- Willingness to undergo a criminal history background check and complete training in data security and personal information protection.

Desired qualities:
- Professional appearance, polite demeanor and punctuality.