Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

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 Amharic Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Amharic, widely spoken in Ethiopia, is a critical African language often required for asylum and immigration interviews.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time Amharic English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and official proceedings.
• Interpret with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with USCIS/DHS standards.
• Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests.
• Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and QA audits.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Amharic and English.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, healthcare, or government preferred).
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
• Excellent telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $2835/hour (rare-language premium).
• Remote work through secure USCIS-approved systems.
• Paid training and continuing professional development.
• Steady workflow under a federal contract.
• Advancement opportunities in linguist leadership or quality assurance.

How to Apply

Submit:

1. Resume / CV highlighting Amharic interpreting experience.
2. Any certifications (court, community, ATA, or equivalent credentials preferred).
3. Availability for full-time or contractor work.

Apply at: [email protected]
Subject line: Amharic OPI Interpreter Application USCIS Contract

This is a remote position.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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