Volunteer Opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and translate award nomination forms, translate by reading or listening to material in one language and converting it into a second language, preserving the original meaning.
• Communicate with public and Red Cross employees and volunteers to verify required information and request additional information if necessary.
• Create and write Lifesaving Award certificates and citations.
• Write bi-lingual internal and external communications.
• Refer to translation software for efficiency and consistency.
• Consult with subject matter experts and others to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately.

Qualifications

Required:

• Reliable access to resources needed to volunteer 100% virtually.
• Proficient in Spanish and English writing, editing, and speaking.
• Note: A Spanish proficiency test must be completed as a part of the interview process for this position.
• Experience in translating materials between Spanish and English (including adjusting to speakers with diverse voices speaking rapidly).
• Exceptional proofreading, grammar, and writing skills in both Spanish and English.
• Experience in writing bi-lingual internal and external communications.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to identify errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, style, etc.
• Customer service experience.
• Time management skills.
• Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies.

 

Preferred:

• Interviewing experience
• High school diploma or equivalent life experience

Training

• Orientation to American Red Cross
• Onsite training provided.