About this role
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 access solutions in more than 80 languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Konjobal / Q’anjob’al Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Konjobal / Q’anjob’al , widely spoken in Guatemala, is a rare but critical language for asylum and immigration interviews.
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time Konjobal / Q’anjob’al ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
- Interpret in immigration, legal, and administrative settings with accuracy and impartiality.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to USCIS/DHS compliance standards.
- Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge calls.
- Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality audits.
Qualifications
- Native or near-native fluency in Konjobal / Q’anjob’al and English.
- 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, community, legal, or government preferred).
- Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural competency.
- Excellent telephone communication skills.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 security clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium).
- Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems.
- Paid training and professional development.
- Consistent assignments under a federal contract.
- Career advancement opportunities in linguist leadership or quality assurance.
How to Apply
Submit:
- Resume / CV highlighting Konjobal / Q’anjob’al interpreting experience.
- Certifications (court, community, or professional interpreting credentials preferred).
- Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line: Konjobal / Q’anjob’al OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
Subject line: Konjobal / Q’anjob’al OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
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