Top 11 Spanish interpreter Jobs in South Carolina

Staff Interpreter I
State of South Carolina —South Carolina
- $65,123 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Research
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
PRN Spanish Interpreter, PRN, Day
Prisma Health —Columbia, SC
- PRN
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's degree
Interpreter Translator Spanish, Greenville Memorial, Full time, Variable
Prisma Health —Greenville, SC
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
Spanish Interpreter
AnMed —Anderson, SC
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Business
- Paid time off
SC - Interpreter - Freelance
Choice Translating, Inc. and TravelingBrand —Columbia, SC
- Clean driving record
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
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Freelance Medical Interpreter OSI - Greenville
THE LANGUAGE GROUP —Greenville, SC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
Spanish Interpreter
Linguistica International —Rock Hill, SC
- $20 - $23 an hour
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
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PRN - Medical Interpreter - Russian / Ukrainian
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System —Spartanburg, SC
- Weekends as needed
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
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Interpreter Spanish - Onsite position
Lexington Medical Center —West Columbia, SC
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- 1 year
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
Medical Interpreter
Shriners Hospitals for Children —Greenville, SC
- $21.74 - $32.62 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- English
Quick Apply

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On-site Interpreter Columbus, Ohio
Propio Language Services —Columbus, OH
Establishes and maintains quality service and positive interaction with all patients, customers, visitors, health care providers, and clinical employees.
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Medical Interpreter CSCC Interpreters - Spanish
Nationwide Children's Hospital —Columbus, OH
Valid National Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting CHI or CMI or certification within 12 months of hire, required. Two years of college education, preferred.

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Staff Interpreter I

State of South Carolina -
South Carolina

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Job Details

$65,123 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Foreign language proficiency
Professional ethics
High school diploma or GED
Court Interpreter Certification
Courtroom procedure
Interpretation experience for state court
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Job Responsibilities

The Division of Court Services at the South Carolina Judicial Branch is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as Staff Interpreter I – Spanish.

The Staff Interpreter I - Spanish provides professional interpreting services to ensure individuals with limited English proficiency have equal access to the South Carolina judicial process. Working primarily in courtrooms (and occasionally remotely), the interpreter facilitates communication between Spanish-speaking parties and court personnel by accurately converting spoken and written English to Spanish and vice versa. This position operates under the supervision of the Staff Interpreter Manager and supports various court proceedings across the state.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

This job bulletin represents general duties for this position and is not intended to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Interpret spoken communication using simultaneous and consecutive methods during hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.
Translate court documents, forms, and materials between English and Spanish.
Maintain neutrality, confidentiality, and professionalism in accordance with Rule 511 – Rules of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters.
Research legal and technical terminology to ensure accurate interpretation and translation.
Collaborate with judges, attorneys, court staff, and agencies to ensure effective communication.
Attend interpreter meetings, trainings, and workshops to maintain certification and improve skills.
Track and report interpreting assignments, hours worked, and travel, as required.
Assist with developing and updating interpreter policies, procedures, and materials.
Use technology effectively to perform job duties and improve language skills.
Perform additional interpreting and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Proficiency in interpreting from English to Spanish and vice versa using simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation modes, with accuracy and without altering meaning.
Strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions in both English and Spanish.
Ability remains impartial, including in adversarial or emotionally charged environments.
Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures in both languages.
Awareness of regional and cultural language variations and sensitivity to cultural context.
Familiarity with interpreter ethics and adherence to Rule 511 – Rules of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters.
Proficient in the use of computers and portable interpreting equipment (e.g., receivers, transmitters).
Ability to maintain focus and accuracy under time pressure.
Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with judges, attorneys, court staff, and the public.
Understanding of and ability to follow South Carolina laws, court rules, and personnel policies related to interpretation.
Must be able to work in an autonomous environment with excellent self-direction, initiative, motivation, and integrity, and use individual discretion in the interpretation and application of the SC Court Interpreters Policy and Procedure Guide and established court practices and procedures.
Expected to advise the supervisor of any court interpreting issues, concerns, or recommendations affecting the disposition of the job duties and responsibilities.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

High School Diploma AND have reached the “otherwise qualified” level of court interpreting in South Carolina including completing the Two-Day Workshop, passing the Written Examination, and passing an oral proficiency assessment (advanced-high or higher).
Full certification as a court interpreter from either the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination; AND have the skills necessary to pass the Oral Examination for Court Interpreters to become fully certified within two (2) years.
Ability to accurately interpret from English into Spanish and from Spanish into English via sight translation, consecutive interpreting, and simultaneous interpreting.
At least three (3) years of court interpreting experience; OR one (1) year of court interpreting experience and five (5) years of legal, conference, or medical interpreting experience or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in either interpreting or Spanish from a U.S. college or university.
A college degree from an accredited university in a Spanish-speaking country; passing the Written Examination at 80% or above, passing an oral proficiency assessment (advanced-high or higher) and passing all three parts of the Oral Examination (sight translation, consecutive interpreting, and simultaneous interpreting) at 70% or above.
Have the skills necessary to pass an assessment AND provide documentation of passing a translation assessment via ALTA or a similar program within six (6) months of hire date.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Judicial Branch offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children;
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (Temporary positions have option to enroll);
15 days paid annual (vacation) leave per year;
15 days paid sick leave per year;
Option to designate 10 days of earned paid sick leave per year as family sick leave;
13 paid state holidays;
Workers’ Compensation Benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The South Carolina Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, or disability.

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