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Judicial Associate II - Interpreters Office

Denver, CO

$31.33 - $39.95/hr

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Be in the process of obtaining a court Certified Interpreter Certification or a Federal Interpreter Certification Credential or have interest in obtaining either of these credentials * Bilingual ...

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Spanish Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site +1

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

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CD Interpreter Services * Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) * Shift ... their federal student loans for forgiveness. * Eligibility for some programs is based on an ...

UCHealth

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

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  • Dental

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CD Interpreter Services * Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) * Shift ... their federal student loans for forgiveness. * Eligibility for some programs is based on an ...

UCHealth Colorado Career

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site +1

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

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CD Interpreter Services * Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) * Shift ... their federal student loans for forgiveness. * Eligibility for some programs is based on an ...

UCHealth

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CD Interpreter Services * Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) * Shift ... their federal student loans for forgiveness. * Eligibility for some programs is based on an ...

UCHealth

Spanish Video Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

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Department: UCHlth Interpreter Services - Spanish Video Medical Interpreter * Work Schedule ... their federal student loans for forgiveness. * Eligibility for some programs is based on an ...

EchoStar

Senior Federal Tax Accountant

Englewood, CO

$72K - $110K/yr

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A proven track record of interpreting financial data for provision calculations, forecasting ... and federal laws. The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will ...

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How much do federal interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal interpreter in Colorado is $67,319.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,600.00 and $72,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to be a federal court interpreter?

To become a federal court interpreter, candidates typically need to be fluent in at least two languages and pass the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination administered by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. Certification and state-specific requirements may also apply, along with background checks and adherence to ethical standards; some positions require prior experience or specialized training in legal terminology.

What is the difference between Federal Interpreter vs Court Interpreter?

AspectFederal InterpreterCourt Interpreter
CredentialsTypically requires certification from the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination or similarOften requires state certification or registration, may include federal certification
Work EnvironmentFederal agencies, courts, immigration officesState and local courts, legal proceedings
Employer & IndustryFederal government, courts, immigration servicesState courts, local legal systems
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Federal Interpreters and Court Interpreters both facilitate communication in legal settings, often requiring similar certifications. Federal Interpreters work primarily for federal agencies and courts, while Court Interpreters serve state and local courts. Certification requirements and work environments overlap, but their specific roles depend on the jurisdiction and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a federal interpreter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Federal Interpreter, you need advanced proficiency in at least two languages, a deep understanding of legal terminology, and often a relevant degree or federal certification. Familiarity with interpretation equipment, legal case management systems, and official certification such as from the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts or state interpreter programs is typically required. Exceptional listening, cultural awareness, and the ability to remain impartial and composed under pressure are vital soft skills. These abilities are crucial for accurately conveying information and ensuring fair legal proceedings in high-stakes government environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by federal interpreters when working in courtrooms or government settings?

Federal Interpreters often encounter challenges such as dealing with complex legal terminology, maintaining accuracy under pressure, and adapting to diverse dialects or regional language variations. They must also remain impartial and uphold strict confidentiality, even in emotionally charged situations. Effective collaboration with judges, attorneys, and other court personnel is essential to ensure clear communication and uphold the integrity of the proceedings.

What is a federal interpreter?

Federal Interpreters are professionals who facilitate communication between individuals who do not speak the same language within the federal court system or other federal agencies. They translate spoken or signed language during legal proceedings, interviews, and official events to ensure all parties understand the information being shared. These interpreters must possess a high level of language proficiency, cultural knowledge, and familiarity with legal terminology. Federal Interpreters often work in courts, immigration hearings, and other federal settings where accurate interpretation is crucial for justice and due process.

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Infographic showing various Federal Interpreter job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,319 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

Federally Certified Spanish Court Interpreter

Global Impact Group LLC

Denver, CO • On-site

$55 - $60/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Training & development

Position Overview

Global Impact Group LLC, doing business as Global Language System, is recruiting a highly qualified Federally Certified Spanish Court Interpreter  for a full-time, on-site federal government assignment in Denver, Colorado.
This position is contingent upon contract award, successful Government approval of the proposed candidate, completion of required background and suitability reviews, and authorization to begin performance.
The selected linguist will provide Spanish-English interpretation, translation, transcription, and linguistic support for federal criminal investigations, prosecutions, attorney case preparation, witness and victim communications, hearings, and trials.
Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will:
  • Provide simultaneous and consecutive Spanish-English interpretation.
  • Interpret during attorney-client meetings, witness interviews, proffers, debriefings, trial preparation sessions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
  • Perform sight translation of legal, investigative, evidentiary, and administrative documents.
  • Translate documents from Spanish into English and English into Spanish.
  • Translate legal correspondence, affidavits, complaints, indictments, motions, orders, plea agreements, subpoenas, warrants, discovery materials, emails, text messages, medical records, financial records, and other case-related materials.
  • Transcribe and translate Spanish-language audio and video recordings.
  • Prepare verbatim transcripts with timestamps, speaker identification, overlapping-speech notation, and inaudible markers.
  • Produce bilingual, side-by-side, or line-aligned transcripts when requested.
  • Review and proofread translations and transcripts for completeness, accuracy, terminology, grammar, and formatting.
  • Evaluate translations and transcripts prepared by other linguists and document any discrepancies.
  • Maintain case-specific terminology lists and glossaries.
  • Explain regional dialects, slang, idiomatic expressions, cultural references, tone, and linguistic nuances.
  • Protect confidential, law-enforcement-sensitive, grand-jury, sealed, attorney-work-product, and personally identifiable information.
  • Maintain accurate assignment records, status reports, and deliverable logs.
  • Use Government-approved equipment, systems, and secure information-handling procedures.
Mandatory Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:
  • Current Spanish-English Federal Court Interpreter Certification obtained through successful completion of the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination.
  • Native or near-native professional fluency in spoken and written Spanish and English.
  • Demonstrated experience providing simultaneous and consecutive legal interpretation.
  • Demonstrated experience performing sight translation.
  • Experience translating legal, criminal-justice, law-enforcement, or court-related documents.
  • Experience transcribing and translating Spanish-language audio or video recordings.
  • Strong knowledge of legal terminology in both English and Spanish.
  • Ability to produce accurate, complete, and professionally formatted written deliverables.
  • Ability to work independently in a high-security legal environment.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional impartiality.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain all required Government background, suitability, security, facility-access, and system-access approvals.
  • Ability to work full time and on site in Denver, Colorado.
  • Ability to provide documentation verifying Federal Court Interpreter Certification.
Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:
  • At least five years of recent legal interpretation, translation, or transcription experience.
  • Experience supporting federal criminal investigations or prosecutions.
  • Experience working with U.S. Attorney’s Offices, federal courts, public defender offices, law-enforcement agencies, or comparable criminal-justice organizations.
  • Experience interpreting for witnesses, victims, defendants, attorneys, investigators, or law-enforcement personnel.
  • Experience with grand-jury proceedings, hearings, trials, proffers, depositions, or evidentiary reviews.
  • Experience translating pleadings, warrants, affidavits, discovery materials, financial records, medical records, and digital communications.
  • Experience preparing certified translations, bilingual transcripts, captions, subtitles, or pronunciation guides.
  • Familiarity with transcription software, audio enhancement tools, Microsoft Office, secure file-sharing platforms, and case-management systems.
  • Knowledge of regional Spanish dialects, idioms, slang, and cultural variations.
  • Current residence within commuting distance of Denver, Colorado.
Professional Expectations

The successful candidate must:
  • Remain neutral, accurate, and complete when interpreting or translating.
  • Avoid summarizing, omitting, embellishing, or altering source content.
  • Disclose any uncertainty, ambiguity, conflict of interest, or inability to complete an assignment accurately.
  • Follow all applicable professional ethics and Federal Court Interpreter standards.
  • Meet established deadlines and communicate promptly regarding assignment status.
  • Refrain from entering Government information into public or unapproved artificial intelligence, machine-translation, transcription, cloud-storage, or collaboration systems.
Compensation and Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, and final contract requirements.
Final compensation, employment classification, benefits, and start date will be confirmed following contract award and Government approval.
Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit:
  1. A current resume detailing relevant legal interpretation, translation, and transcription experience.
  2. A copy of their Federal Court Interpreter Certification documentation.
  3. A summary of federal, state, or local criminal-justice experience.
  4. Confirmation of full-time, on-site availability in Denver.
  5. Anticipated availability or earliest possible start date.
  6. Current city and state of residence.
  7. Professional references, if available.
  8. Desired hourly or annual compensation.
Applicants should clearly identify their experience with:
  • Federal criminal proceedings;
  • Simultaneous and consecutive interpretation;
  • Written legal translation;
  • Audio and video transcription;
  • Bilingual transcript preparation; and
  • Confidential or law-enforcement-sensitive information.
Contract-Award Contingency Notice

This recruitment is for a position associated with a pending Government contract opportunity. Submission of an application, participation in an interview, identification in a proposal, or selection as a preferred candidate does not constitute an offer or guarantee of employment.
Any employment offer will be contingent upon:
  • Global Impact Group LLC receiving the contract award;
  • Government review and approval of the proposed candidate;
  • Verification of required certifications and experience;
  • Successful completion of required background and suitability processes;
  • Confirmation of funding and final labor requirements; and
  • Execution of applicable employment or independent-contractor documentation.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Global Impact Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.