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 Somali Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Somali is a critical East African language, widely spoken in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Djibouti, and diaspora communities, and is frequently required for asylum and immigration interviews.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time Somali ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts.
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests.
Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits.
Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Somali and English.
2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, medical, or 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 federal clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium).
Remote work with secure USCIS-approved platforms.
Paid training and professional development.
Consistent assignments under a federal contract.
Opportunities for growth in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
How to Apply
Submit:
Resume / CV highlighting Somali interpreting experience.
Any certifications (court, medical, community, or ATA interpreting credentials preferred).
Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Somali OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.