Spanish/English Interpreters Needed in Costa Rica! (Cartago)

Discover a rewarding career with Language Line Services: apply to become an Interpreter!


There is no better time than now, as Language Line celebrates its 30th anniversary, to join our team and help bridge the language gap as a Spanish Interpreter. This also marks 10 years since we’ve been employing skilled interpreters in Costa Rica!


We Offer:

A competitive compensation package complete with bonuses
Private life and health insurance
A secure work environment
Two convenient locations in Heredia and Cartago
Paid, on-the-job training
Opportunities for growth
Full and part-time schedules
Casual dress code
Internet Café
Recognition and motivational programs
No selling
No quotas


Our interpreters find fulfillment in the daily opportunity to help others and make a difference.


We Require:

Excellent listening and speaking skills in English and Spanish
Skills in the cultural dynamics(cultural implication and idiomatic expression) of English and Spanish
Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
Ability to learn industry-specific terminology
Ability to concentrate, to stay detached from the conversation, and to remain neutral and objective at all times.
Ability to follow clients’ instructions closely.
Ability to learn how to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication.
Completion of High school-level education.
Legal authorization to work in Costa Rica
Basic keyboarding skills


More information:


Summary of the entry-level interpreter position: (Customer Service Interpreter - CSI)

The Telephone Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand and renders meaning of conversations in the consecutive mode of interpretation between speakers of SPANISH and ENGLISH. She/he processes information quickly and concisely, recognizes sensitive cultural differences and is professional and courteous at all times. The interpreter will use appropriate industry terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The calls may involve simple or complex, non-technical or technical subjects in the following fields: Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, and 911, Law Enforcement, and General Business. While CSI will still be receiving calls from the Health Care industry, he/she will not be responsible to interpret any complex legal or medical calls.

Responsibilities
Major Responsibilities & Principal Accountabilities:

Render correct concepts and meanings between source and target languages following complexity, clarity, tone, and style from one language into another, upholding the correct rules for grammar and syntax in both languages.
Provide strict renditions of the messages including every detail of the conversation
Employ good customer service and communication skills, clear enunciation, pronunciation, pleasant and professional voice as well as polite forms of expressions.
Follow client instructions
Remain punctual and available during scheduled work hours.