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The GEO Group

INTERPRETER

Aurora, CO

$28.05/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... Experience as an interpreter or translator working with children or adolescents in a social ...

The GEO Group

INTERPRETER

Aurora, CO

$28.05/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... Experience as an interpreter or translator working with children or adolescents in a social ...

The GEO Group

INTERPRETER

Aurora, CO · On-site

$28.05/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... Experience as an interpreter or translator working with children or adolescents in a social ...

JTG, inc.

Legal Interpreters - Denver, CO

Denver, CO · On-site

$55 - $120/hr

S. government background check Preferred Qualifications: * Court interpreter certification * Successful completion of an interpreting exam by a U.S. government agency or equivalent (ILR3 score or ...

SciTec

Contracts/Subcontracts Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not ... Serve as in-house expert on interpretation of FAR / DFARS clauses and contractual provisions.

SciTec

Contracts/Subcontracts Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not ... interpretation of FAR / DFARS clauses and contractual provisions. Maintain comprehensive and ...

Golden Key Group

Labor Relations Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

... government clients. * Provide expert labor relations advisory services to management on issues involving grievances, arbitration, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution. * Interpreting and ...

Golden Key Group

Labor Relations Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

... and government experience and expertise. We are relentless in delivering the highest levels of ... Interpreting and apply Federal labor relation laws, regulations, case law, and guidance to develop ...

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How much do government interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for government 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.

What is a government interpreter?

A Government Interpreter facilitates communication between individuals who speak different languages in official government settings. They work for federal, state, or local agencies, assisting in legal proceedings, diplomatic meetings, law enforcement interviews, and public services. Their role requires fluency in multiple languages, cultural awareness, and strict confidentiality. Interpreters may work in-person, over the phone, or via video, depending on the assignment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a government interpreter?

To thrive as a Government Interpreter, you need advanced proficiency in at least two languages, in-depth cultural knowledge, and often a relevant degree or certification in interpreting or translation. Familiarity with specialized interpreting equipment, translation software, and security clearance processes is commonly required. Exceptional soft skills such as discretion, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital for effectively navigating sensitive governmental environments. Mastering these skills ensures accurate, confidential communication between parties and supports critical government operations.

What are the typical work settings and collaborative dynamics for a government interpreter?

Government Interpreters often work in a variety of settings, including courtrooms, diplomatic events, immigration offices, or international conferences, depending on their agency assignment. Collaboration is key, as they frequently work alongside diplomats, legal professionals, law enforcement officials, or agency staff to facilitate clear and accurate communication between parties. Interpreters may work independently during some assignments, while other tasks require close teamwork to ensure messages are conveyed accurately and confidentially. The work can be fast-paced and occasionally involves travel or a rotating schedule. This dynamic environment offers valuable opportunities to expand your expertise and potentially move into supervisory, training, or specialized interpreting roles as you gain experience.

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Infographic showing various Government Interpreter job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,319 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

Federally Certified Spanish Court Interpreter

Denver, CO • On-site

Global Impact Group LLC
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$55 - $60/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 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.