Translator – Tzotzil

TranslatorTranslatorContractRemoteTeam 501-1,000H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

Idaho

Posted

84 days ago

Salary

$65 - $80 / hour

High SchoolExperience acceptedTZEnglish

Job Description

• Provide Translation services for individuals with a language barrier • Accurately translate spoken work situations like lectures, conversations, and meetings • Utilizing technology to transcribe spoken English in some settings • Reading an original document and translating it into the language required • Editing translated versions • Be sensitive to the culture of the original languages and the target languages during the translation process • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

High School/BA Degree/ or equivalent in years of experience
Foreign Service Institute
Certified Translation Professional
ATA Certification
Translation Certifications
Experience with State Department experience/ refugees, FDA, Health & Human services, Medical, Legal, Housing Authority etc.
Must be fluent in Tzotzil
Must be able to pass a background check
May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment
The ability to facilitate translation with discretion and impartiality
Proficiency in written communication
A wide breadth of knowledge in a variety of topics
Strong social awareness for interpretation with empathy and attentiveness
Cultural awareness when conducting translations within different regions
Physical stamina and dexterity for extended sessions
Must possess problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time
Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature
Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.