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Independent Contractor-Transcriber

Posted: 06/11/2025

Washington, D.C. (Within commuting distance from the DC area)

Transcriber

On Call, work assigned per project – Independent contractor

Yes – TS Clearance

No Travel Required

Founded in 2007, Chi-Chack specializes in supporting government clients with effective training, education, program management, and operational solutions to enhance mission success. Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, with a nationwide workforce of training professionals and subject matter experts, Chi-Chack is also an SBA 8(a) program graduate and a certified EDWOSB.

In support of the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the classified transcriber is responsible for converting audio/visual recordings into accurate, appropriately formatted written transcripts. This role requires excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and the ability to capture content verbatim or in summarized formats as specified. The transcriber ensures the final output meets quality and confidentiality standards.

• Accurately convert audio/visual recordings into written text, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Review and refine transcripts to maintain clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Structure/format transcripts according to DOJ OIG guidelines and formatting requirements.
• Handle sensitive information securely and maintain strict confidentiality standards.
• Follow company protocols, style guides, and DOJ OIG-specific instructions.
• Collaborate with proofreaders, translators, and the Program Manager to ensure high-quality output.
• Manage time efficiently to meet assignment deadlines.
• If proofreading, read typed translations and verbatim transcripts while listening to the recording to validate content. Make edits to ensure conformance with the established templates/standards, the style guide, spelling of names per the glossary, and correct typographical and grammatical errors.
• Report to a DOJ-cleared facility to perform work.

• At least 2 years of transcription experience.
• Fluent in English; strong English grammar.
• Tier 5 background investigation or ability to obtain a favorable Tier 5 background investigation.
• Active security clearance at Secret or Top Secret.
• Experience using Infinity USB Foot Pedal (IN-USB-2) preferred.
• Experience using GearPlayer 4 Transcription Software preferred.
• U.S. citizen.
• DOJ residency requirements: for three of the five years prior to applying, must have resided in the United States, worked overseas for a federal or military capacity, or be a dependent of a federal or military employee serving overseas.

• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

Chi-Chack LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

This company participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Due to the nature of the company’s work, certain positions may require successful completion of a background, credit, and/or criminal history check.

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