Interpreter

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of person in migration by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full participation of migrants in community life. For over 100 years, we have shaped history with the belief that immigrants strengthen our communities, economy, and social fabric through freedom, hard work, and family unity.

OVERVIEW

The Interpreter reports directly to the Field Office Director. The Interpreter is responsible for listening to, understanding, and translating spoken or written statements from one language to another.

USCRI has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy. All employees must be fully vaccinated to work at any / all locations at USCRI.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate effective communication between two parties that do not speak a similar language by converting one spoken or written language to another;
• Interpreters maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality to protect clients' privacy at all times;
• Conform to all rules and regulations of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants;
• Attend continuing education training, as recommended; and
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual/Multilingual ability is required; and

• Dedication to the rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced person is desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.

• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Please submit a resume with cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your application.

References will be required at the time of the final interview.

No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants was established "To protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and support their transition to a dignified life.

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