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Interpreter - Court-Certified

Prisma International, Des Moines, IA, United States


About Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma)
Prisma is a dynamic and growing language services provider committed to delivering exceptional Interpretation solutions to clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on our dedication to linguistic excellence and client satisfaction.

Prisma is actively seeking experienced Court-Certified Interpreters to join our team as Independent Contractors. In this role you will provide pre-scheduled telephonic (over-the-phone) interpreting services to the state of Oregon's Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH). This is a 100% remote position.

The following languages are in demand

SPANISH

ARABIC

CANTONESE

FARSI

GREBO

KOREAN

MANDARIN

OROMO

RUSSIAN

UKRAINIAN

VIETNAMESE

If your language is not listed above, you are encouraged to apply if you meet ALL of the minimum requirements listed below.

Candidates shall be able to provide

Experience with over-the-phone interpretation between a state government representative and non-English speakers

Polite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service.

Deliver correct concepts and meanings between English speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker

Correct grammar, clarity and tones between English and your native language

Experience with following the speakers' direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation.

Refrain from side conversations with the LEP speaker or entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP speaker

Compliance with applicable ethics and standards

Minimum Requirements

Court-Certified in any U.S. state – you will be asked to provide your certificate

Agree to a criminal history background check

Strong understanding of legal hearing procedures

At least one (1) year of experience doing telephonic (over-the-phone) interpretation in a legal/courts setting

Two (2) professional references who can confirm your profession as a court-certified interpreter

Minimum age: Must be 18+ years or older

Minimum education: Must have High School Diploma

Location: Must live in the United States

Full fluency in English and your native language

Desired Skills
Professional appearance, polite demeanor and punctual.

Security Requirements
Applicants must undergo a criminal history background check.

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