German Contract Linguist

This is a remote position.

• Listens to oral intercepts in English or Foreign language and provides verbal and written synopsis.  Linguist is responsible for relating all pertinent information to the Client.   
  
• Contribute to the master list of slang words and codes (used by that group/organization) for the duration of the project/case.
  
• Maintains a voice library for the duration of the project.
  
• During inactive or low periods of activity, transcribes and translates pertinent calls, other audio files and electronic messages assigned by their supervisor.
  
• Produce court ready transcriptions and translations of pertinent calls following the required format.
  
• Responsible for using the various reference tools created during the project
  
• Ability to transcribe and translate a minimum of 18 - 22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day.
  
• Operates specialized translation equipment provided by the government to include JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse, and other communication collection equipment used at their assigned site.
  
• Maintain a daily log of productivity.
  
• Duties are performed via a government approved computer system.  Employees are required to possess strong computer skills in MS Word and Excel.
  
• Perform related duties as assigned, within your scope of practice.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years’ experiences in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years’ experiences in a professional setting OR a High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience.
  
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
  
• Must have knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions.
  
• Knowledgeable is SMS language, social media and Webchat.
  
• Must be able to obtain a law enforcement sensitive clearance
  
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills in both the source and target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  
• Must be able to obtain an ALTA Language certificate in Foreign Language and English
  
• Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint and Outlook.
  
• Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with different departments within the company, employees and with clients.
  
• Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources.
  
• Must be able to identify and escalate non-technical issues to Operations Supervisor, Field and Site Supervisors and Team Leads in a timely and effective manner
  
• Committed to providing outstanding customer service and representing TE in a Professional manner.
  
• Requires the ability to prioritize work, meet stringent deadlines, balance multiple tasks and work in a team environment.
  
• Must be able to testify based on completed work product
  
• Ability to translate/transcribe 18-22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8/hour day when performing Linguist duties.
  
• Ability to type 45 WPM
  
• Available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week.
  
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, to include nights, weekends, and holidays
  
• Must be available to work a minimum of 32 consecutive labor hours per week, 8 hours per shift, when assigned to local projects
  
  
  

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance
  
• Favorable credit check for all cleared positions
  
• Successfully pass a background investigation, medical and drug screen.
  
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
  
• Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident
  
• Residency requirement -3 consecutive years in the last 5 years.