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Cayuse Holdings · 2 hours ago

Translator - Tzotzil

United States

Contract

Remote

Mid Level

$65/hr - $80/hr

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a Translator to provide translation services for individuals with language barriers. The role involves accurately translating spoken and written content across various domains such as education, legal, and medical services.

Finance

Responsibilities

Accurately translate spoken work situations like lectures, conversations, and meetings

Utilizing technology to transcribe spoken English in some settings

Reading an original document and translating it into the language required

Editing translated versions

Will need to be sensitive to the culture of the original languages and the target languages during the translation process

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fluent in TzotzilCertified Translation ProfessionalATA CertificationTranslation CertificationsState DepartmentProficient in Microsoft toolsCultural awarenessSocial awarenessPhysical staminaWritten communicationProblem-solving skillsSelf-starter

Required

High School/BA Degree/ or equivalent in years of experience

Foreign Service Institute

Certified Translation Professional

ATA Certification

Translation Certifications

Experience with State Department experience/ refugees, FDA, Health & Human services, Medical, Legal, Housing Authority etc

Must be fluent in Tzotzil

Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment

The ability to facilitate translation with discretion and impartiality

Proficiency in written communication

A wide breadth of knowledge in a variety of topics

Strong social awareness for interpretation with empathy and attentiveness

Cultural awareness when conducting translations within different regions

Physical stamina and dexterity for extended sessions

Must possess problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc

Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time

Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature

Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team