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How much do temporary bilingual interpreter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary bilingual interpreter in the United States is $19.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Bilingual Interpreter vs Temporary Sign Language Interpreter?

AspectTemporary Bilingual InterpreterTemporary Sign Language Interpreter
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, possibly certificationSign language certification (e.g., NIC, RID)
Work EnvironmentMedical, legal, business, community settingsDeaf community, medical, legal, educational settings
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, courts, government agenciesDeaf services, educational institutions, legal
Search & Comparison IntentCompare bilingual interpreting rolesCompare sign language interpreting roles

Temporary Bilingual Interpreters facilitate communication between speakers of different spoken languages, often in diverse settings. Temporary Sign Language Interpreters specialize in translating between spoken language and sign language for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. While both roles require language proficiency and certification, their work environments and target audiences differ significantly, making each role unique in the interpreting industry.

How much are interpreters paid per hour?

Temporary bilingual interpreters typically earn between $20 and $40 per hour, depending on factors such as language pair, experience, location, and the setting of the assignment. Rates can vary for specialized fields like medical or legal interpreting and may increase with certification or advanced skills.

What type of interpreter gets paid the most?

Conference interpreters, especially those working in high-demand languages and specialized fields like legal or medical interpreting, tend to earn the highest wages among interpreters. They often require advanced certifications, extensive experience, and the ability to interpret in real-time during large events or international meetings.

Is there a high demand for Spanish interpreters?

There is a strong and growing demand for Spanish interpreters across various industries, including healthcare, legal, and government sectors. Bilingual interpreters with certification and proficiency in medical or legal terminology are especially sought after due to increasing language access needs.

Can bilingual coworkers be used as interpreters?

Bilingual coworkers can sometimes serve as interpreters if they have the necessary language skills and cultural knowledge, but many organizations prefer certified interpreters for accuracy and professionalism. For a Temporary Bilingual Interpreter role, formal training or certification is often required to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards.
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Bilingual Reception/File Clerk (Temporary)

Bilingual Reception/File Clerk (Temporary)

Neighborhood Legal Services Inc

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$41K - $64K/yr

Contractor

Medical

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description


Temporary Bilingual Receptionist / File Clerk
Buffalo, NY | Full-Time (35 hours/week) | Temporary Contractor


Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS) is seeking a temporary Bilingual Receptionist/File Clerk to support our Buffalo Offices. Neighborhood Legal Services is a nonprofit public interest law firm providing free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals across Western New York. NLS works to advance equitable access to justice by offering legal advice, representation, and community education to individuals facing financial hardship, disability, discrimination, or abuse.

As the largest provider of free civil legal services in the region, NLS assists clients in areas including housing and eviction prevention, family and divorce matters, public benefits, disability advocacy, student loans, and health insurance.


Job Summary: Answer telephone call inquiries and provide information to the general public, clients, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at NLS. Greet and direct visitors to the location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization. Must be bi-lingual speaking both Spanish and English. Spanish-Speaking Receptionists shall assist staff members by interpreting and by translating letters and documents.


Reports to: Office Administrator


Supervisory Responsibilities: None


Job Responsibilities:

  • Answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
  • Greet persons entering the establishment, determine the nature and purpose of their visit, and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
  • Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars.
  • Hear and resolve complaints from customers or the public.
  • File and maintain records.
  • Receive payment and record receipts for services.
  • Perform administrative support tasks, such as proofreading, transcribing handwritten information, or operating calculators or computers to work with pay records, invoices, balance sheets, or other documents.
  • Transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine.
  • Analyze data to determine answers to questions from customers or members of the public.
  • Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, messages, or courier deliveries.
  • Provide information about establishment, such as location of departments or offices, employees within the organization, or services provided.
  • Process and prepare memos, correspondence, travel vouchers, or other documents.
  • Keep a current record of staff members' whereabouts and availability.
  • Take orders for merchandise or materials and send them to the proper departments to be filled.
  • Interpret phone calls for Spanish-speaking clients.
  • Interpret and translate letters and documents from Spanish-speaking clients.
  • Data entry
  • Scan and fax documents
  • Distribute mail
  • Supply inventory
  • Water plants


Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Work in a professional office environment, including operating at a workstation and attending meetings.
  • Travel to off-site meetings and hearings as needed.
  • Use a computer and standard office equipment, including telephones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
Compensation

This is a non-exempt position within a salary scale with a range of $41,000–$64,890 annually (or hourly equivalent). Placement within the range is based on relevant years of experience and demonstrated qualifications consistent with Neighborhood Legal Services’ compensation structure.

Current salary steps include but are not limited to:

· Step 1 - $ 41,000.00
· Step 5 - $ 47,238.89
· Step 10 - $ 52,031.48
· Step 15 - $57,858.19
· Step 22 - $64,890.00


How to Apply:
To be considered, applicants must submit their application through our Career Center:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9b38f5ca-944d-4764-a270-84f8b6155442&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter

Or via email at HR@nls.org
No phone calls, please.

Neighborhood Legal Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or participate in the hiring process may submit a request to HR@nls.org.