Interpreters - Various Languages

JOB TITLE:

Interpreter - Various Languages

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Language Connect, LLC

LOCATION

Oakland, CA

SALARY:

$45.00-$65.00/hr

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

1099 Independent Contractor

** This position is posted for future assignments. Please submit your application to be considered for upcoming assignments**

The Work

The Interpreter provides language interpretation services to facilitate effective communication between individuals who do not share a common language, ensuring complete and accurate conveyance of messages in accordance with client regulations and ethical standards. This position requires proficiency in English and a specified target language, with a focus on professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions. The Interpreter may be required to provide services in a variety of settings.

Languages we are looking for: Arabic, Cantonese, Dari/Pashto, Farsi, Hindi, Khmer, Korean, Mandarin, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

• Accurately interpret spoken communication between parties in real time, preserving meaning, intent, and tone.
• Facilitate cross-cultural understanding by clarifying non-verbal cues and culture-specific concepts, when necessary.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and impartiality in all interactions, consistent with regulations and ethical standards.
• Complete required documentation, logs, and reports in accordance with agency and contractual protocols.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, government customer policies, and codes of professional conduct.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order.

Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Native or near-native fluency in both English and the target language(s).
• Proven experience providing interpretation services, preferably in a government or public sector environment.
• Familiarity with specialized terminology (legal, medical, technical, or military, as required).
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality and act impartially.
• Certification from a recognized interpreting body preferred (e.g., American Translators Association, National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters), if applicable.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly and accurately relay spoken information.

Reports to:

Deputy Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite.
• Must be able to be on call. Interpreter will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs.
• Must be able to travel to different locations to interpret in-person.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays. Hours may vary, including potential for after-hours or weekend assignments per mission needs.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.