Pohnpeian Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions

Job Overview

Location

US Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Pohnpeian-English Phone Interpreter with LanguageLine Solutions, you will play a vital role in breaking down language and cultural barriers for limited-English speakers and the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing across critical sectors such as healthcare, government, law enforcement, and emergency services.
• Your day-to-day responsibilities include responding promptly to interpreting sessions, accurately rendering meaning between Pohnpeian and English speakers, maintaining professionalism and neutrality during emotionally charged or high-stress calls (including 911 and medical situations), and adhering to strict interpretation protocols while working remotely from a secure, quiet home office.
• You will join a certified Great Place to Work organization recognized as a top employer for remote work, where you’ll receive industry-leading training, ongoing support from Senior Language Specialists and technical help desks, and opportunities for advancement within a diverse and inclusive environment that serves clients across numerous industries.
• In this role, you will develop advanced consecutive interpreting skills, deepen your cultural competency, gain exposure to specialized terminology in healthcare, legal, and emergency services, and build resilience in dynamic, fast-paced environments — all while contributing to meaningful communication access for underserved communities.

🎯 Requirements

• Fluency in Pohnpeian and English with strong cultural competency and ability to assess regional and accent differences
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to ensure high accuracy during interpretation
• Ability to remain neutral, objective, and calm during sensitive or emotionally charged calls, including end-of-life, medical, or crisis situations
• High school diploma or equivalent; education or experience in language-related fields (teaching, translation, interpretation) preferred
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship requirements; must be at least 18 years of age
• Access to a dedicated personal device (Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS, or Android) and a high-speed internet connection (minimum 5 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload, <300 ms ping, <30 ms jitter)
• Must have a quiet, secure workspace free from background noise or distraction

🏖️ Benefits

• Employee Referral Program
• Advancement opportunities within the organization
• Ongoing interpreter support from Senior Language Specialists and Technology Help Desks
• Industry-leading training in a certified ASTM and ISO environment
• Inclusive and diverse work environment with opportunities to serve across healthcare, government, law enforcement, and business sectors
• Flexible remote work from home with the ability to set your own schedule within availability requirements

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About LanguageLine Solutions

LanguageLine Solutions is a leading provider of over-the-phone, video, and in-person interpretation and translation services. They connect people across language and cultural barriers, enabling clear communication in critical situations such as healthcare, public safety, and legal proceedings. Their services are crucial for organizations needing to serve diverse populations effectively and comply with language access regulations. By offering a vast network of qualified interpreters and translators, LanguageLine Solutions facilitates understanding and ensures equitable access to information and services for non-English speakers.

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