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 support in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Chuj Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Chuj, a Mayan language spoken in the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala and parts of southern Mexico, is a rare but critical language often required in asylum and immigration proceedings.
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time Chuj English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum cases.
- Interpret accurately, impartially, and with cultural awareness in immigration and legal contexts.
- Maintain confidentiality under USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
- Support both scheduled and urgent/surge interpretation needs.
- Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.
Qualifications
- Native or near-native fluency in Chuj and English.
- 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, community, NGO, or government strongly preferred).
- Deep knowledge of Mayan/indigenous Guatemalan culture.
- Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality standards.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium).
- Remote work via secure USCIS-approved platforms.
- Paid training and professional development.
- Steady assignments under a federal contract.
- Advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
How to Apply
Submit:
- Resume / CV highlighting Chuj interpreting experience.
- Any certifications (community, NGO, medical, or court interpreting credentials preferred).
- Availability for full-time or contractor assignments.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line: Chuj OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.
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.
Global Impact Group LLC is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned enterprise based in Raleigh, North Carolina, providing innovative and quality-driven solutions in Staffing, Language Services, Consulting, Janitorial, and Employment Placement. As an ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified firm, we serve government, healthcare, education, and corporate clients with excellence, efficiency, and cultural competence. Our mission is to deliver tailored services that empower individuals, strengthen organizations, and create lasting impact in the communities we serve.