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Ixil / Ixel Over the Phone InterpreterGlobal Impact Group LLC • Raleigh, NC, US
Ixil / Ixel Over the Phone Interpreter

Ixil / Ixel Over the Phone Interpreter

Global Impact Group LLC • Raleigh, NC, US
13 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

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Overview

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 access in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Ixil (Ixel) Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Ixil, an indigenous Mayan language spoken primarily in the El Quiché region of Guatemala, is a rare but high-demand language often needed for asylum and immigration cases.

Responsibilities

  • Provide real-time Ixil (Ixel) English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings.
  • Interpret accurately, impartially, and with cultural sensitivity in immigration and legal contexts.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with USCIS / DHS interpreter standards.
  • Support both scheduled assignments and urgent / surge requests.
  • Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.

Qualifications

  • Native or near-native fluency in Ixil (Ixel) and English.
  • 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, legal, community, or NGO settings strongly preferred).
  • Deep cultural understanding of Mayan / Guatemalan indigenous communities.
  • Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and neutrality standards.
  • 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 platforms.
  • Paid training and professional development.
  • Steady workload under a federal contract.
  • Opportunities for advancement in quality assurance or linguist leadership.

    • How to Apply

  • Resume / CV highlighting Ixil (Ixel) interpreting experience.
  • Any certifications or NGO / community interpreter credentials (if available).
  • Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
  • Apply at : careers@globallanguagesystem.com

    • Subject line : Ixil (Ixel) OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract. This is a remote position.

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