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Spanish Interpreter

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: -Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation bi-directionally between English and Spanish telephonically, via video remote, and in-person as ...

City of New York

Spanish Interpreter

Manhattan, NY

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation bi-directionally between English and Spanish telephonically, via video remote, and in-person as ...

City of New York

Spanish Interpreter

Manhattan, NY

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation bi-directionally between English and Spanish telephonically, via video remote, and in-person as ...

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Live in simultaneous interpreters are language professionals who reside with clients—often in a household or at a specific location—and provide real-time interpretation between languages as conversations occur. Their services are crucial in scenarios where immediate, ongoing communication is necessary, such as diplomatic assignments, international business dealings, or assisting individuals who require constant language support. These interpreters must have excellent language proficiency and cultural awareness, as they interpret spoken words almost instantly while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Their presence allows for seamless communication without delays, making them invaluable in high-stakes or continuous interaction environments.

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Freelance Spanish Court Interpreter (NYC)

SOSi

New York, NY • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.
Job Description
Overview
SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced interpreters to join our team. The interpreter will support our customer's interpretation needs in the immigration courts giving respondents a voice. All languages are encourage to apply.
Essential Job Duties
  • Provides consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between target language and English and vice versa.
  • Provides in-person, over-the-phone and video remote interpreting for limited English proficiency (LEP) individuals as required.
  • Performs sight translation, occurring when an interpreter is given a written document in one language and asked to read it aloud in another language.
  • Provides quality control review of translated documents as required.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
  • Legal ability to work in U.S.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience with both simultaneous and consecutive interpreting. Experience within a judicial environment (can be volunteer, criminal, civil, etc.)
  • Highly proficient in both English and target language vocabularies typically used in formal, consultative, and casual modes of communication, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms.
  • Knowledgeable of specialized vocabulary (terminology) in both English and desired language with both legal and criminal terminology.
  • Familiarity with the the U.S. Immigration System.
  • Ability to speak English and Spanish fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
  • Ability to perform simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation in a manner that is factually and conceptually accurate without changes, omissions, or additions.
  • Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker's statements only when justified.

Additional Information
Work Environment
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • On site in courts, with remote flexibility around court schedule.
  • Open to up to 10% travel.

Working at SOSi
All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

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