Global Impact Group LLC
Kaqchikel Over the Phone Interpreter
Global Impact Group LLC, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
About Us
Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We deliver secure, high-quality language solutions in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Kaqchikel Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Kaqchikel, a Mayan language spoken in Guatemala’s central highlands, is a rare but critical language frequently needed in asylum and immigration cases. Responsibilities
Provide real-time Kaqchikel-English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings. Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts. Manage both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge calls. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Kaqchikel and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, legal, or government strongly preferred). Strong cultural knowledge of Guatemalan Mayan communities. Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems. Paid training and professional development. Steady workload under a federal contract. Career advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Kaqchikel interpreting experience. Any certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Kaqchikel OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We deliver secure, high-quality language solutions in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Kaqchikel Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Kaqchikel, a Mayan language spoken in Guatemala’s central highlands, is a rare but critical language frequently needed in asylum and immigration cases. Responsibilities
Provide real-time Kaqchikel-English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings. Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts. Manage both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge calls. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Kaqchikel and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, legal, or government strongly preferred). Strong cultural knowledge of Guatemalan Mayan communities. Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems. Paid training and professional development. Steady workload under a federal contract. Career advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Kaqchikel interpreting experience. Any certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Kaqchikel OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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