Global Impact Group LLC
Somali 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 Somali Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Somali is a critical East African language, widely spoken in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Djibouti, and diaspora communities, and is frequently required for asylum and immigration interviews.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time Somali
English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders. Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts. Maintain confidentiality in compliance with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards. Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Somali and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, medical, or government preferred). Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness. Strong telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work with secure USCIS-approved platforms. Paid training and professional development. Consistent assignments under a federal contract. Opportunities for growth in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Somali interpreting experience. Any certifications (court, medical, community, or ATA interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Somali OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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Provide real-time Somali
English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders. Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts. Maintain confidentiality in compliance with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards. Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Somali and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, medical, or government preferred). Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness. Strong telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work with secure USCIS-approved platforms. Paid training and professional development. Consistent assignments under a federal contract. Opportunities for growth in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Somali interpreting experience. Any certifications (court, medical, community, or ATA interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Somali OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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