Careers: Affordable Language Services Employment Opportunities

We are thrilled that you may be seeking employment with one of Cincinnati’s finest interpreting and translation services providers – Affordable Language Services. We have the pleasure to work with some of the top organizations in our backyard and across the globe – all needing the finest translators and interpreters to assist them in the job they have at hand.

If you are interested in working with us and some of the finest companies around, please submit your information to us, and we’ll be sure to contact you. Please review the positions below for the correct contact information and qualifications.

INTERPRETERS

We are always looking for interpreters for all languages. Currently we are in need of the following languages: Nationally Certified American Sign Language, Arabic, Bambara, Burmese, Cantonese, Gujarati, Hebrew, Hindi, Korean, Kirundi, Mandarin, Nepali, Punjabi, Somali, Spanish, Turkish and Vietnamese.

We are based in the Greater Cincinnati area and provide on-site interpreting services locally, nationwide and in international locations. Our interpreters work part-time as Independent Contractors. This is a perfect job for someone who wants a flexible work schedule and good pay.

Necessary Qualifications

  • At least a High School education,  Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • The ability to speak English and at least one other language at a fluent level
  • Have specialized knowledge (medical or legal terminology) due to work or educational experience
  • Willing to be trained in medical or legal interpreting (offered periodically in Cincinnati for a fee)
  • Sensitive to cultures other than your own
  • Legally able to work in the United States
  • Willing to do screening including:  TB test, drug test, and FBI background check
  • Able to provide documentation of MMR/Varicella immunizations
  • Experienced interpreters preferred

To apply, please use our online application form.

If you have questions, email us at: jobs@affordablelanguages.com or call 513.745.0888 ext. 5025

INTERNAL EMPLOYEES

Affordable Languages Services runs a smooth operation thanks to our high caliber office staff.  We are currently hiring for the following position:

A Customer Service Position You Can’t Turn Down

How would you like to work with a company that supports intercultural communication and understanding?   A company that is willing and able to teach you everything you need to know to succeed?  A company that wants to give you the training and the opportunity you have been looking for?  Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities?

With hard work and a willingness to learn you will have the opportunity for exponential growth.

Affordable Language Services is a growing company located near Blue Ash, Ohio, and is at the beginning of a significant growth phase and in immediate need of a Scheduling Associate to be the “face” of the company providing top-notch customer service.

The ideal candidate must be a people person, have a passion for providing excellent customer service and have:
•       A high school diploma
•       Minimum of 5 years customer service experience
•       Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
•       Good sense of responsibility with a team player mindset
•       Ability to provide quick analysis of situations & multi-task and prioritize in a
fast-paced environment with multiple changing priorities
•       Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
•       Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, including Access and other databases
•       Second language preferred – bilingual a plus

This role is vital to our operations and is responsible for dispatching interpreters, handling customer issues, filling emergency needs, scheduling appointments and responding to customer requests. Also handles the training of new interpreters and prepares them for their assignments. They will also provide support and oversight of after-hours dispatchers as well as provide backup for scheduling issues.

Pay range from $20,800 – 25,000 year with health benefits and paid vacation.

Lots of room for growth.

For an immediate interview that is different from all the others, first make sure any email from this extension is marked as safe!  Then email your resume and introduction to the following email address:

info@affordablelanguages.com

Please contain SCHEDULING JOB in the subject line

TRANSLATORS

Qualifications

  • Must be ATA certified if applicable to your language combination or
  • Have a degree in translation or in your language combination
  • Have completed intensive formal translation at an accredited institution
  • If this is not possible in your language, then you must have 5 years or more of translation experience

We welcome those with experience doing DTP and website/software localization skills are a plus. If you fit these requirements, please submit your resume and cover letter via email to Translation Manager at translations@affordablelanguages.com.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We have adopted a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, handicap, or Vietnam military service with regard to recruitment, hiring training, upgrading, promotion, disability or maternity leave, discipline and remuneration of employees or an applicant for employment.