Job Overview
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – Land & Maritime, located in Columbus, OH, is seeking qualified Pool Sign Language Interpreters to provide on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services, both on-site and via video remote interpreting (VRI).
This is a 1099 independent contractor role—not a full-time staff position. Interpreters will be scheduled based on the agency’s needs and their availability. We estimate an average of 10 hours of work per month, but this may vary depending on operational needs.
Assignments primarily support Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) employees at DLA Columbus, with occasional remote support for other DLA locations across the U.S.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear and accurate ASL interpretation for:
- Formal training sessions in acquisition, HR, IT, logistics, and quality assurance
- Interviews, team meetings, safety briefings, policy discussions, disciplinary meetings, trainings
- Interpret via video remote platforms for other DLA sites, as needed
- Maintain professional conduct and confidentiality in all federal assignments
- Support recorded or live streamed events regardless of live attendance by D/HH individuals
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following certification and experience combinations:
- National certification (e.g., RID, NIC, CI/CT, BEI Advanced/Master): Minimum of 1 year of professional interpreting experience
- State-level interpreter certification (recognized by any U.S. state): Minimum of 3 years of professional interpreting experience
- No formal certification: Minimum of 10 years of documented, professional ASL interpreting experience in workplace, government, or technical environments
Additional Requirements:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Competency in Pidgin Signed English (PSE), Signed English, Tactile, Close Vision, and/or Oral interpretation is strongly preferred
- Experience interpreting technical content in areas such as procurement, human resources, IT, logistics, or government policy is highly desirable
- Must be able to pass a federal background check and adhere to base security protocols
- Demonstrated professionalism, punctuality, and strict confidentiality across all assignments
Resumes must include interpreter certifications for verification. Only candidates with verified credentials will be contacted for interviews.
Job Types: Contract, Freelance
Pay: $62.00 - $72.00 per hour
Schedule:
- On call
Work Location: In person
