The Work

The Arabic Interpreter facilitates communication between Arabic- and English-speaking individuals in educational, healthcare, legal, social services, and other professional settings. The role requires cultural sensitivity, adherence to professional ethics, and confidentiality. This position aligns with Cayuse’s values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken or signed language accurately and culturally appropriately in various settings.
• Use technology to support transcription and remote interpretation.
• Prepare written translations of documents when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
• Respond to client needs effectively and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• High School diploma or BA degree, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Medical Interpreting, Foreign Service Institute, or CCHI with 40–60 hours of interpretation training).
• 3+ years of professional experience in interpretation, including healthcare, legal, or social services.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Skills

• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities.

Reports to: Deputy Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional environment.
• Must be able to be on-call. Interpreter will be notified within  48 hours of potential jobs.
• Must be able to travel to different locations to interpret in-person.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.