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 provide secure, high-quality language access solutions in more than 80 languages to USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking K’iche (also spelled Quiché) Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. K’iche is a critical rare language of Guatemala, often requested for asylum and immigration cases.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time K’iche ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, legal, and administrative settings.
Adhere to USCIS/DHS compliance standards and interpreter ethics.
Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge calls.
Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.
Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in K’iche (Quiché) and English.
2+ years of interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, or government preferred).
Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
Strong telephone communication skills; ability to remain neutral and accurate.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium).
Remote work with secure, USCIS-approved systems.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Steady workflow under a federal contract.
Growth opportunities in linguist leadership or quality assurance.
How to Apply
Submit:
Resume / CV highlighting K’iche interpreting experience.
Any certifications (community, court, or professional interpreting credentials preferred).
Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: K’iche (Quiché) OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.