Icelandic Interpreter

About the role

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring an Icelandic Interpreter to work remotely from your home. This is an independent contractor position and not eligible for employee benefits.

Responsibilities

• Handle interpreting sessions promptly and professionally.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to established protocols.
• Speak clearly in both Icelandic and English, using proper pronunciation and enunciation.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and remain calm during interpreting sessions.
• Ensure punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions and comply with protocol to meet client expectations.
• Understand and adapt to various industries' terminology and procedures.
• Show cultural sensitivity and work in a diverse environment.
• Handle emotionally and/or stressful calls with professionalism.

Requirements

• Fluency in Icelandic and English with cultural competency.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills.
• Ability to remain detached and neutral during sensitive calls.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields preferred.
• Able to adapt to LLS technology enhancements.
• At least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the US.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write Icelandic and English.

Qualifications

• Work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.
• Access to a quiet space with a reliable internet connection.
• Physical ability to operate a keyboard and mouse.
• Manual dexterity to type or write.
• Ability to lift up to 26 lbs.

Benefits

No employee benefits are provided for this independent contractor position.

Pay

The pay rate is $0.75 - $0.90 per minute.

Schedule

This is a remote position where the Interpreter works from their home-office.

Skills

Skills in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation, or interpretation are preferred.

Benefits

No employee benefits are provided for this independent contractor position.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own pay or the pay of others. However, employees with access to compensation information cannot disclose it to those without access unless responding to a formal complaint or charge, furthering an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, or consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LanguageLine Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are made and offered to individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.