Legal Interpreters - New York City, NY

JTG • Vienna, VA

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About The Position

JTG is actively seeking freelance Legal Interpreters fluent in English and one of the following languages: Amharic, Arabic, Bahasa, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Norwegian, Spanish. This position is based in New York City, NY and is classified as a freelance contractor role. The company requires U.S. citizenship for applicants, with dual citizenship accepted.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional interpreting experience
• Proven experience in court interpreting
• Strong command of legal, formal, and diplomatic vocabulary
• Familiarity with both formal and informal communication, including regionalisms and slang
• Willingness to undergo a U.S. government background check

Nice To Haves

• Court interpreter certification
• Successful completion of an interpreting exam by a U.S. government agency or equivalent (ILR3 score or higher)
• Specialized interpreting training
• Existing security clearance

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality interpreting services for legal and law enforcement settings
• Accurately interpret while maintaining the original tone, register, and meaning
• Utilize industry-specific legal terminology
• Adhere to the professional code of ethics

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees