Chuj Over the Phone Interpreter

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

• Provide real-time Chuj ↔ Standard English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings.
• Interpret with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in immigration and legal contexts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to USCIS/DHS interpreter ethics standards.
• Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation requests.
• Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and QA audits.

• Native or near-native fluency in Chuj and Standard English.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, NGO, or government strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and neutrality standards.
• Strong understanding of cultural nuances and regional variations of Chuj.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.

• Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language/creole premium).
• Remote work through secure USCIS-approved systems.
• Paid training and professional development.
• Steady workload under a federal contract.
• Career advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership.

1. Resume / CV highlighting Chuj interpreting experience (northwestern Huehuetenango, particularly in the municipalities of San Mateo Ixtatán, San Sebastián Coatán, and Nentón.)
2. Any certifications (community, court, NGO, or professional interpreting credentials preferred).
3. Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.