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 more than 80 languages to USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Tigrinya Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Tigrinya is a critical rare language used in asylum and immigration cases, particularly for applicants from Eritrea and northern Ethiopia.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time Tigrinya ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
Interpret accurately, impartially, and confidentially in immigration and legal settings.
Adhere to USCIS/DHS compliance standards and professional 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 Tigrinya and English.
2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, medical, or government preferred).
Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
Strong telephone communication skills; ability to stay 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 through secure USCIS-approved platforms.
Paid training and professional development.
Steady workload under a federal contract.
Career advancement opportunities in quality assurance or project management.
How to Apply
Submit:
Resume / CV highlighting Tigrinya interpreting experience.
Any certifications (court, community, or professional credentials preferred).
Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Tigrinya OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.