Job Description

Imagine waking up every morning excited to start your work day!

You’re excited because you’re in charge of your schedule.

You’re excited because you’re directly helping people.

• Do you speak more than one language?
• Are you currently an interpreter, and looking to expand your network by working with a growing interpreting agency?
• Have you interpreted in a volunteer setting in the past and interested in gaining more experience as an interpreter?

If you answered " Yes " to any of these questions, you may be a great fit as an interpreter!

***Interpreters and translators must have, or be willing to obtain, a valid business license to provide services***

Hanna Interpreting Services LLC is seeking talented bilingual and multilingual individuals to work as freelance interpreters. Various levels of experience and certifications are encouraged to apply.

We are an interpreting, translating, and transcription language solutions provider based in San Diego, California. Committed to the success of our clients and their customers, we pride ourselves on meeting the needs of those with limited English speaking abilities.

In addition, as a woman and minority-owned small business, Hanna Interpreting Services is committed to bridging the communications gap between those who are limited in English proficiency and their access to a multitude of medical, legal, business, government, and social services throughout California and the western US.

With access to experts throughout our service area covering over 200 languages, it is easy to see why doing business with Hanna gives our clients peace of mind!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hanna interpreters and translators ensure that our standard of excellence is maintained. How do you know if you’re a fit with Hanna? Simple. You have these key qualities:

• You’re people smart - in the sense that you’re a great teammate.
• You’ve proven competence in your area of work.

Requirements

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Facilitate effective communication between two parties that do not speak a similar language by converting one spoken or written language to another
• Accept or decline appointment requests via email on time.
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times.
• Demonstrate time management skills by arriving at all scheduled assignments on time.

As an interpreter, you will be notified of an interpreting assignment by phone or email about two to five days in advance. Once notified, you will be able to accept or decline the assignment based upon your schedule. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the need of the organization. The assignments are usually between 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and you may occasionally receive evening and weekend assignments. Travel will be limited, and interpreters will not be required to travel outside of their respective counties.

EXPERIENCE:

• Interpreting opportunities will be based on assignment requirements such as certifications and experience.
• Entry-level assignments may also be available.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Hours Vary.

POSITION TYPE:

• Independent Contractor

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be authorized to work in the US (We do not offer visa sponsorship).
• Must have a flexible schedule.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, domestic partner status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• On call

Language:

• Japanese (Required)

Work Location: Sacramento, CA

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, For contractors, Freelance, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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