Nuer Interpreter

Job Title

Nuer Interpreter (Work at Home)

Work at Home position in United States

Independent Contractor – $0.75–$0.90 per minute

• Employee Referral Program
• Advancement opportunities within the organization
• Interpreter support
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Note:
  
  This is an independent contractor position and therefore not eligible for employee benefits.

The Nuer Telephone Interpreter handles calls on demand, rendering meaning between Nuer and English speakers across various industries. The role requires prompt response, professional demeanor, and accurate interpretation according to industry protocols.

• Respond to interpretation sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings following established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages, with proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout sessions.
• Remain calm during sessions, especially in emergency situations such as 911 calls.
• Maintain punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions in compliance with protocol, ensuring client expectations met with the LEP.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries, including medical, insurance, finance, and law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and diversity.
• Remain on calls that involve sensitive subjects such as end‑of‑life conversations or topics concerning sexual orientation and gender expression, as required.
• Provide required company standards of service in dynamic environments with high call volumes or emotional calls.

• Fluency in Nuer and English, with cultural competence and awareness of regional accents.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note‑taking skills.
• Ability to concentrate, remain detached, neutral, and objective during sensitive conversations.
• Preferred education or experience in language‑related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation, or interpretation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write the requested languages is highly preferred.

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes (desktop/laptop, tablet, or smartphone).
• Operating system:
  Windows, macOS, or Chrome
  
  OS (desktops/laptops); iPadOS, Android for tablets; iOS, Android for smartphones.
• Internet connection:
  Download ≥ 5
  
  Mbps, upload ≥ 3
  
  Mbps, ping ≤ 300ms, jitter ≤ 30ms.
• Qualify for a quiet space free from background noise or distraction.

• Operate keyboard and mouse, remain in a stationary position in front of a computer during majority of the workday.
• Operate company software and systems.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to type or write.
• Able to lift up to 26lbs.
• May be exposed to moderate noise levels (computer, audio, telephone).

Applications accepted for one hundred eighty (180) days from posting date of May
15,2026.

LLS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are offered to individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

LLS is a federally obligated contractor and is committed to reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants with disabilities.

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on inquiries about pay. Employees who have access to compensation information may not disclose pay to individuals who do not have access, unless in response to a formal complaint, investigation, or a duty to disclose from legal obligation.