Assyrian Over the Phone Interpreter

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 Assyrian (Neo-Aramaic) Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Assyrian is a rare, critical language frequently requested in asylum and immigration cases, requiring interpreters with strong linguistic and cultural competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time Assyrian ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and official proceedings.
• Deliver services with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in legal and immigration contexts.
• Adhere to USCIS/DHS interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and compliance standards.
• Manage both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests.
• Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Assyrian (Neo-Aramaic) and English.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, legal, medical, or government preferred).
• Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
• Strong telephone communication skills; ability to remain impartial under pressure.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $30–35/hour (rare-language premium).
• Remote work using secure USCIS-approved platforms.
• Paid training and continuing professional development.
• Consistent workflow under a federal contract.
• Career growth opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership.

How to Apply

Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Assyrian interpreting experience. Any certifications (court, community, or professional interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.

Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Assyrian OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract

This is a remote position.