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Krio Over the Phone InterpreterGlobal Impact Group LLC • Raleigh, NC, US
Krio Over the Phone Interpreter

Krio Over the Phone Interpreter

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

Job Description

Job Description

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 provide secure, high-quality language access in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.

We are seeking Krio Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Krio, an English-based Creole language widely spoken in Sierra Leone and by diaspora communities, is a rare but important language frequently required in asylum and immigration cases.

Responsibilities

  • Provide real-time Krio English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings.
  • Deliver interpretation with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts.
  • Maintain confidentiality in line 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 Krio and English.
  • 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, or NGO / 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 clearance.
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay : $2835 / hour (rare-language premium).
  • Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems.
  • Paid training and professional development.
  • Steady workload under a federal contract.
  • Opportunities for growth in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
  • How to Apply

    Submit :

  • Resume / CV highlighting Krio interpreting experience.
  • Certifications (community, court, NGO, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).
  • Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.
  • Apply at : careers@globallanguagesystem.com

    Subject line : Krio OPI Interpreter Application USCIS Contract

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