Location: Tampa FL (Onsite)
Job Type: Temporary/Contract Fulltime 8 hours per day 7 days per week
Overview:
We are seeking experienced Spanish interpreters to support disaster relief operations in partnership with FEMA in the Tampa area. This role will involve onsite consecutive interpretation services for disaster survivors assisting in critical communication between FEMA personnel and Spanishspeaking individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consecutive interpretation between English and Spanish in disaster relief settings.
- Facilitate communication between FEMA staff and Spanishspeaking disaster survivors.
- Interpret in various environments including shelters recovery centers and field operations.
- Accurately convey information with cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
- Adhere to FEMA guidelines and protocols for disaster relief operations.
Requirements
- Fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written).
- Minimum of 3 years of professional consecutive interpretation experience.
- Ability to work 8hour shifts 7 days per week in an onsite setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and focused in highpressure fastpaced environments.
- Experience in disaster relief or emergency services is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with FEMA operations and terminology.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Opportunity to contribute to vital disaster relief efforts.
Competitive pay based on experience. Opportunity to contribute to vital disaster relief efforts.
Education
Competitive pay based on experience. Opportunity to contribute to vital disaster relief efforts.