Spanish – English Interpreter – Remote

As a Spanish – English Interpreter at Kelly® Professional & Industrial, your main responsibilities include handling high-volume inbound calls and translating conversations in various sectors including Healthcare, Government, and Travel. You'll be required to accurately translate both simple and complex dialogues, ensuring clear communication between parties. You'll work various hours, focusing on providing excellent support while operating from your quiet home office!

To qualify for the Spanish – English Interpreter position at Kelly® Professional & Industrial, candidates should be fluent in both languages and have manual dexterity to type or write notes during calls. While previous interpreting experience is a plus, it’s not required. Education or work experience in teaching or translation is also considered beneficial. Being comfortable with video calls is important as video interpreting will be part of the role in the future.

No previous experience is necessary to apply for the Spanish – English Interpreter position at Kelly® Professional & Industrial. The company offers comprehensive training for new hires, ensuring you're well-prepared to handle various calls. Candidates possessing education or experience in teaching or translation may have an advantage, but passion and fluency are the key factors the company looks for.

The Spanish – English Interpreter position at Kelly® Professional & Industrial offers a competitive pay rate of $15 an hour. As a long-term contract role, this position allows you to enjoy the stability of consistent work while performing meaningful tasks that help the community, all from the comfort of your home.

To work as a Spanish – English Interpreter from home at Kelly® Professional & Industrial, you'll need to meet specific technical requirements. These include having access to a personal cell phone, tablet or laptop, and a high-speed internet connection for effective communication. Additionally, a dry erase marker board and a dedicated workspace will enhance your performance and productivity in this role.

When answering this question, highlight any formal education in language studies, previous translation, or interpretation work. Discuss how you use both languages daily and provide examples of contexts where you've successfully communicated between Spanish and English speakers.

Reflect on techniques you've used to stay calm, such as deep breathing, practicing mindfulness, or preparing thoroughly before each call. Emphasize your ability to focus on the task at hand and ensure clear communication regardless of challenges.

Discuss your approach to active listening and note-taking. Highlight the importance of clarity and context in interpretation, and how you ask clarifying questions if needed during conversations to ensure accuracy.

Explain your approach to addressing misunderstandings, such as requesting clarification or rephrasing. Focus on your commitment to maintaining clear communication while being transparent about what you need to deliver accurate interpretations.

If you have past experience in certain fields, share those and discuss your familiarity with industry-specific terminology. If not, explain your willingness to learn and research terms related to any new industries you may encounter.

Affirm your readiness to embrace video interpreting, while highlighting any relevant experience you might have. If you have not done it before, express your enthusiasm to adapt and discuss your commitment to professionalism on camera.

Be honest about your availability, highlighting your commitment to covering the required hours. Discuss how you effectively plan your schedule to ensure you can meet both personal and professional demands.

Provide a specific scenario where you faced a challenge during an interpretation, explaining how you addressed it. Use this to showcase your problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet while maintaining professionalism.

Talk about any steps you take prior to assignments, including studying relevant topics or terminology, gathering any necessary materials, and mentally prepping to ensure you’re ready for the task.

Articulate your passion for language services and aiding communication among diverse populations. Discuss how you align with Kelly® Professional & Industrial's mission and why this opportunity excites you, emphasizing your desire to make a positive impact in the community.