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U.S. Navy

INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Gresham, OR · On-site

$99K - $125K/yr

The Defense Language School in Monterey, California will fully immerse you in the language for your choice--from Mandarin to Spanish and Arabic to Russian. CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE ...

U.S. Navy

INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Portland, OR · On-site

$99K - $125K/yr

The Defense Language School in Monterey, California will fully immerse you in the language for your choice--from Mandarin to Spanish and Arabic to Russian. CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE ...

U.S. Navy

INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$99K - $125K/yr

The Defense Language School in Monterey, California will fully immerse you in the language for your choice--from Mandarin to Spanish and Arabic to Russian. CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE ...

KACE

Linguist - (Urban English)

Portland, OR · On-site

$28.73/hr

You will capture accurate, court-ready written products; identify, decode, and document colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; and extract and communicate pertinent information to law enforcement ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for arabic language in Portland, OR is $24.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.62 and $23.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in an Arabic Language role, you need advanced proficiency in written and spoken Arabic, a strong understanding of grammar and regional dialects, and often a relevant degree or certification in language studies or translation. Experience with language software, translation tools such as SDL Trados, or language assessment systems is commonly required. Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural communication, and active listening skills are valuable for collaborating and adapting language content effectively. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate communication, cultural sensitivity, and high-quality language services in diverse professional settings.

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Professionals in Arabic Language roles may spend their days translating documents, interpreting conversations, or creating and reviewing Arabic content for accuracy and cultural relevance. Depending on the setting—such as education, translation services, or multinational corporations—they might collaborate closely with colleagues, clients, or students to ensure clear and precise communication. Responsibilities often include editing, proofreading, and localizing materials to suit the target audience. A typical day also involves ongoing learning to stay current with linguistic trends and regional variations, making the work both dynamic and intellectually rewarding.

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An Arabic Language job involves roles that require proficiency in Arabic for communication, translation, interpretation, teaching, or content creation. These jobs can be found in various sectors, including education, government, business, media, and international relations. Professionals in this field may work as translators, interpreters, language instructors, or cultural advisors. The demand for Arabic language skills is high due to the language's global significance in diplomacy, trade, and academia.

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Interpreter - Legal/Courts (Oregon)

Prisma International, Inc.

Portland, OR • Remote

Contractor

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

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 and Court-Registered 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.

IN-DEMAND LANGUAGES:

SPANISH plus ARABIC, CANTONESE, FARSI, 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - You must meet ALL of the following:

  • Court-Certified or Court-Registered - you will be asked to provide your credentials.
    • Preference will be given to interpreters who hold certification from the Oregon Judicial Department or can demonstrate possession of court interpreting Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).
  • Agree to required criminal history background checks.
  • 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 legal 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.

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 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.

DESIRED SKILLS:

Professional appearance, polite demeanor and punctual.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must undergo annual criminal history background checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICANT SECURITY NOTICE:

Prisma will never ask for payment information or fee transfers during recruitment or employment preparation. Legitimate outreach for information will only originate from official @prisma.com email addresses.

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