Spanish Interpreter (Washington)

Prisma International, Inc. • Tacoma, WA

73d

About The Position

Prisma International Inc. is actively seeking qualified, professional SPANISH Interpreters located in the state of Washington to join our independent contractor team. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you would support in-person on-site interpretation (OSI) assignments in your region of Washington. Please note: This position requires a Washington State Patrol (WSP) background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you've previously undergone a detailed WSP background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast-tracked screening process.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience.
• Two (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreter.
• Minimum age: Must be 18+ years or older.
• Minimum education: Must have High School Diploma.
• Must reside within the state of Washington.
• Full fluency in English and Spanish.
• One of the following accreditations: Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC), American Translation Association (ATA), or trained/accredited through a higher education institution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interpreting for Washington state agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive or simultaneous on-site SPANISH interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakers.
• Use polite forms of expression, enunciation, and maintain a high level of customer service.
• Deliver correct concepts and meanings between the speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker.
• Ensure correct grammar, clarity, and tones between English and Spanish.
• Follow the speakers’ direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation.
• Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP.
• Comply with applicable ethics and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees