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 in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Krio Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Krio, an English-based Creole language widely spoken in Sierra Leone and by diaspora communities, is a rare but important language frequently required in asylum and immigration cases.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time Krio ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings.
Deliver interpretation with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts.
Maintain confidentiality in line with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
Support both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests.
Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.
Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Krio and English.
2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, or NGO/government preferred).
Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
Strong telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium).
Remote work with secure USCIS-approved systems.
Paid training and professional development.
Steady workload under a federal contract.
Opportunities for growth in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
How to Apply
Submit:
Resume / CV highlighting Krio interpreting experience.
Certifications (community, court, NGO, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).
Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Krio OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.