Marshallese Interpreter Contract Role - LSA Network in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is an independent contractor (1099) role, not a traditional employment position. That distinction matters for career planning: you will not receive benefits, paid time off, or employer-sponsored training, but you gain flexibility and the ability to work for multiple clients simultaneously.
Compensation & Market Context: LSA has not disclosed rates publicly for this posting. Telephonic interpreters for rare languages like Marshallese typically command a premium over common-language interpreters (Spanish, French) due to scarcity. Industry rates for OPI (Over-the-Phone Interpretation) range from $0.25–$1.00+ per minute, depending on language rarity and certifications held.
Skills Developed:
- Professional consecutive interpreting technique across medical, legal, and social service sectors
- Cultural mediation and cross-cultural communication — increasingly valued in healthcare and government
- Familiarity with HIPAA-compliant communication protocols
Green Flags: LSA was named a Top Provider and Top Workplace (2026), suggesting organizational stability. Marshallese is a critically underserved language, meaning demand for qualified interpreters is high and competition is low.
Red Flags: No compensation details are listed — clarify pay structure before committing. As a contractor role, income can be inconsistent depending on call volume. Those seeking career advancement should pursue CMI or CCHI certification, which the posting explicitly notes as preferred and which significantly increases earning power.
Overview
As a US-based or International telephonic interpreter for Marshallese in LSA's network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you are responsible for handling telephone calls on demand and facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings. Language Services Associates is continuously accepting qualified interpreters!
Responsibilities
- Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting
- Answer inbound calls in a timely manner
- Provide superior customer service
- Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
- Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry-specific best practices
Qualifications & Experience
- Full fluency in both English and Marshallese
- Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word)
- An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises
- 1+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred
- Industry-specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.)
This opportunity is available to both US and Internationally based interpreters.
LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment. In recognition of our commitment to excellence, LSA was named a Top Provider and a Top Workplace in 2026. If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume, which emphasizes your interpreting experience.
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