Spanish Interpreter Jobs

Requisition ID: req42975

Job Title: Spanish Interpreter

Sector: Interpretation

Employment Category: Occasional

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: USD 19.24 - 19.24 Hourly

Location: Salt Lake City, UT USA

Job Overview: The Spanish Interpreter provides in-person and/or remote interpretation to facilitate, with accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality, the language needs of Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals and their service providers. Activities include providing professional interpretation services, use of software to track assignments, and occasional trainings and assessments. As part of the interpretation team, interpreters will receive structured professional development support and exposure to all program areas within IRC SLC. The interpreter will work on average 10/15 hours weekly and no more than 18.5 hours per week.

Major Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• May support special projects and initiatives.
• Track assignments and work hours within designated software.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist clients in filling out a variety of forms for program eligibility, school enrollments/waivers, registration and medical history, and legal paperwork.
• Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation to LEP individuals and service providers in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Services may be rendered in-person, via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual means.
• Comply with all policies and protocols of the agency.
• Participate in trainings and assessments.
• May require providing transportation of clients to appointments.

Job Requirements:

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma strongly preferred.
• Ability to translate written materials is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Successfully complete Bridging the Gap Medical Training at IRC within six months of employment (if haven’t already).

Work Experience:

• Relevant professional interpretation experience preferred.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality. Ability to lead in a way that recognizes that IRC’s work is best accomplished through the true collaboration of individuals from many cultures with a great variety of skills and perspectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written; proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is desired.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.

Working Environment:

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.