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 access in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Karen Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. The Karen languages (primarily S’gaw Karen and Pwo Karen) are spoken in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, and diaspora communities, and are critical rare languages often needed in asylum and immigration interviews.
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time Karen English telephonic interpretation (specify dialect: S’gaw or Pwo).
- Deliver interpretations with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts.
- Maintain confidentiality in compliance with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
- Manage both scheduled and urgent/surge calls.
- Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.
Qualifications
- Native or near-native fluency in Karen (S’gaw and/or Pwo) and English.
- 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, NGO, community, medical, or government preferred).
- Strong cultural knowledge of Karen-speaking communities.
- Familiarity with interpreter ethics, neutrality, and confidentiality 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 through secure USCIS-approved systems.
- Paid onboarding and professional development.
- Steady workload under a federal contract.
- Opportunities for advancement in quality assurance or linguist leadership.
How to Apply
Submit the following:
- Resume / CV highlighting Karen interpreting experience (specify dialect: S’gaw or Pwo).
- Certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).
- Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line: Karen (S’gaw / Pwo) 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.