Location: Portland,Oregon,United States
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
Reports To: Interpreter Relations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
At Linguava, we believe healthcare is a universal right. We are passionate about giving patients a "seat at the table" in their own care, regardless of the language they speak or sign. We aren't just providing interpretation; we are bridging the gap between life-saving medical expertise and the humans who need it most.
The Linguist Recruiter plays a critical role in ensuring Linguava has a robust and responsive network of linguists to meet client language demands across onsite, translation, over-the-phone, and video remote interpreting service lines. This position is responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment efforts to identify, and onboard qualified linguists. Working cross-functionally with scheduling, quality assurance, and compliance teams, the Linguist Recruiter ensures the consistent availability of professional linguists aligned with organizational standards and client needs.
Linguist Recruitment & Onboarding
Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts to attract and engage qualified freelance linguists in response to client language requirements and service area gaps.
Regularly analyze linguist coverage data and language needs reports to guide recruitment priorities and optimize sourcing strategies.
Source candidates through job boards, social media, industry events, professional linguist associations, and community organizations.
Review linguist resumes to assess experience, credentials, and language proficiency.
Conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate communication skills, cultural competency, and suitability for interpreting or translating.
Administer or coordinate language proficiency assessments through approved evaluators.
Negotiate linguist rates based on experience, market standards, and internal guidelines.
Facilitate onboarding processes including orientation, systems access, and industry standards review.
Compliance & Documentation
Collect and maintain all required documentation for newly contracted linguists, including signed agreements, certifications, proof of credentials, and compliance records.
Coordinate and process background checks and federal exclusion verifications.
Ensure accurate and organized records of all interpreter onboarding documents.
Strategic Recruitment & Process Improvement
Monitor recruitment metrics and conversion rates to evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing methods and identify process improvements.
Develop innovative strategies to recruit linguists for languages of limited diffusion (LLD) and hard-to-source regions.
Work cross functionally to ensure linguist availability aligns with real-time service demands.
Maintain a strong pipeline of linguist candidates for current and future needs.
Industry Engagement & Relationship Building
Cultivate lasting relationships with linguists and prospective candidates to foster long-term engagement.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with industry associations to stay connected with evolving standards, talent networks, and advocacy efforts.
Develop relationships with community organizations across Oregon to promote the interpreting profession and cultivate interest in the field.
Stay informed on industry trends, credentialing requirements, and best practices in linguist sourcing and workforce development.
Represent Linguava at industry events, job fairs, and community outreach initiatives.
Expanded Functions
Support internal projects related to retention, workforce planning, and linguist engagement.
Contribute to cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving linguist service quality and client satisfaction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You are a relationship-driven recruiter who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys connecting talented professionals with meaningful work. You bring a thoughtful, organized approach to recruiting and understand the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity in the language services field.
You likely bring:
Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to hiring and onboarding
An understanding of linguist credentialing processes and standards, ideally within the language services or interpreting industry
Familiarity with language access regulations and the role interpreters play in healthcare and community settings
Knowledge of background screening practices and contractor compliance requirements
A working understanding of labor laws and contractor classification related to independent interpreters
Awareness of interpreter training programs and educational pathways that support the development of language professionals
You are skilled at:
Building and managing strong talent pipelines, especially for languages of limited diffusion
Using data and insights to guide recruiting decisions and improve hiring outcomes
Conducting thoughtful interviews and building trusted relationships with candidates and hiring managers
Solving recruiting challenges creatively while maintaining high standards
Staying organized and managing multiple priorities in a high-volume recruiting environment
Using tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and web-based recruiting platforms
Communicating clearly and professionally in both written and verbal interactions
Representing your organization at job fairs, recruiting events, and community outreach efforts
Leveraging social media and employer branding to attract diverse talent
You also:
Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments where priorities can shift quickly
Work effectively both independently and collaboratively across teams
Stay calm and solutions-focused when navigating high-pressure situations
Build meaningful connections with candidates from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Are open to local travel and occasional regional travel for recruiting events and community engagement
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, with a focus on high volume or specialized sourcing
Preferred: 1+ year experience recruiting in the language services industry or within multicultural/multilingual communities.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business, or a related field – or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated commitment to language access, cultural inclusion, and community impact.
We strive to be the go-to company where linguists take pride in their profession and employees are excited to show up. If you want to work for a premier choice in healthcare where your work has a direct impact on health equity, we want to hear from you.
Linguava is a full-service provider of spoken and signed languages specializing in Over the Phone Interpretation, Video Remote Interpretation (VRI), Scheduled Video Interpretation (SVI), Localization and Translation in the medical field. We are committed to providing timely, reliable, cost-effective language services that improve patient experiences and health outcomes across diverse language access needs. This ensures our clients are connected promptly and directly with a linguist who best matches their communication needs. We prioritize customer service and top-quality interpretation and translation services in all languages.
