Yoruba Onsite Interpreters, Houston, TX
Global Language System is currently looking for an enthusiastic, professional, and talented Yoruba onsite interpreter to serve our growing client base in Houston, TX
- Language: Yoruba
- Locations: Houston, TX
- Status: This is an Independent Contractor position.
This position seeks independent contractors to fill assignments on an as needed basis. Interpreters will travel to the clients’ location to provide interpreting services face-to-face.
Summary of Position:
The Onsite Interpreter is responsible for traveling to client sites by appointment, and renders the meaning of conversations in the consecutive mode of interpretation between the Yoruba language and English speakers. The interpreter processes information quickly and concisely, recognizes sensitive cultural differences and is professional and courteous at all times. The interpreter uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. Assignments will take place at the client location and the interpreter must provide their own reliable transportation.
Primary responsibilities
- Relay concepts and ideas between Mandarin and English languages.
- Facilitate communication for people with limited English proficiency.
- Provide clear and accurate renditions with no additions or omissions
- Provide consecutive interpretation at meetings such as attorney-client meetings, preliminary hearings, arraignments, depositions, and trials.
- Interpret both legal terminology and colloquial language.
- Read aloud documents in a language other than that in which they were written.
- Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the assignment at all times
Qualifications
- Professional interpreting experience in a court systems preferred
- Fluency in English and Spanish and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics
- Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
- Knowledge of industry-specific terminology, referencing glossaries and other materials
- Ability to concentrate and to stay detached from the conversation, remaining neutral and objective at all times and following client's instructions closely
- Ability to explain idiomatic expressions and cultural nuances to avoid miscommunication
- Ability to interpret using consecutive interpreting mode
- Court interpretation Certification a plus but not a requirement
Global Language System LLC provides language translation; interpreting, localization and transcription services to help organizations and individuals breaking the communication gaps around the globe. Global Language System LLC exists to bridge the communication gaps on the global market enabling organizations and businesses to secure the language services they need while still focusing on their core business goals