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 Kaqchikel Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Kaqchikel, a Mayan language spoken in Guatemala’s central highlands, is a rare but critical language frequently needed in asylum and immigration cases.
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time Kaqchikel ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings.
- Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts.
- Maintain confidentiality in compliance with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
- Manage both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge calls.
- Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits.
Qualifications
- Native or near-native fluency in Kaqchikel and English.
- 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, legal, or government strongly preferred).
- Strong cultural knowledge of Guatemalan Mayan communities.
- Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium).
- Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems.
- Paid training and professional development.
- Steady workload under a federal contract.
- Career advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
How to Apply
Submit:
- Resume / CV highlighting Kaqchikel interpreting experience.
- Any certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).
- Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line: Kaqchikel OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
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