Cleared Taishanese Analytic Linguist

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitor: To listen to or read foreign language communications, then subsequently type summaries into the English language.
• Transcribe: To render the spoken word of a language into the written form of the same language.
• Translate: To render the spoken or written word of one language into the written form of another language.
• Interpret: To translate orally either consecutively or simultaneously from source language to target language.
• Analyze: To examine methodically and in detail the constitution of information for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

Requirements

• Federal Clearance
• Clear, concise, effective written and spoken communication skills in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin
• Ability to summarize and translate audio and text, including slang and colloquialisms, in a real time manner
• Demonstrate prior interpreting and/or translating experience in a professional or personal setting
• Adequately prioritize tasks while demonstrating attention to detail and organization skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, text message terminology in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin
• Typing abilities to exceed 40 words per minute
• Capable of adapting well under pressure and functioning cohesively in a team environment
• Availability to work a rotating schedule
• Candidates must pass writing, reading, listening, and speaking language tests in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin or provide prior test results as required by contract
• Availability to work full time locally and travel outside your area for extended periods of time required for this position

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Cleared Taishanese Analytic Linguist job. They include the ability to talk, hear, see, sit for extended periods of time, use hands and fingers to handle and manipulate keys on a keyboard or telephone pad, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Cleared Taishanese Analytic Linguist Position.

Pay

$40 per hour

Schedule

Rotating schedule

Benefits

• Major medical insurance (pending eligibility)
• 401k retirement account
• 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked (or as per local requirements)
• Up to 10 paid vacation days
• 11 paid federal holidays