Danish Linguist, Corporate Language Support Services

The Unconventional; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unconventional is seeking a qualified Danish Linguist for full-time corporate language support services in Huntsville, AL. Responsibilities include providing interpretation and translation services, reviewing documents, and conducting language instruction. Candidates must demonstrate working proficiency in English and relevant experience. The role may require travel and offers the opportunity to work in varied environments. This position emphasizes accuracy and the ability to function under pressure, making effective communication essential to success.

Qualifications

• Certified in working proficiency (ILR level 2+) in English.
• Ability to conduct consecutive translation of ongoing conversations.
• Fluency includes understanding of regionalisms and colloquial slang.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services in-person and virtually.
• Translate written and audio materials accurately.
• Review and edit documents for linguistic services.

Skills

Working proficiency in English

Experience providing foreign language instruction

Ability to translate and interpret accurately

Knowledge of specialized vocabulary

Fluency in both English and the foreign language

Job description

Danish Linguist, Corporate Language Support Services

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc. (YSG) and The Unconventional (TU) are seeking qualified linguists to support current and future foreign language and linguistic requirements. These needs may include interpretation, translation, transcription, and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS) for the company, its current clients, and potential government contracts.

Responsibilities

Provide interpretation services in both in-person and virtual settings; translate written, electronic, audio, and video materials; review and edit documents; and deliver foreign language instruction in classroom or virtual environments. Additional linguistic services may be required as needs arise.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified/certified at one of the following categories:
  • Category I (CAT I): Working proficiency (ILR level 2+) in English. Locally hired, from outside the AO, third country national, or U.S. citizen, no security clearance required. Must be security vetted by Government personnel.
  • Category II (CAT II): Working proficiency in English (ILR level 2+). U.S. citizens, security vetted. May receive interim access to SECRET as authorized.
  • Category III (CAT III): ILR level 3 in English. Must be U.S. citizen with TOP SECRET clearance with SCI access or interim TS clearance.
• Experience providing foreign language instruction to adult students.
• Ability to conduct consecutive, accurate translation and interpretation of ongoing conversations and/or activities.
• Willingness and ability to live and work in harsh environments, including temporary facilities.
• Ability to function effectively during extended periods of high pressure and stress.
• Ability to function as an integral member of a team of highly trained professionals.
• Knowledge of specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government’s varied roles and missions.
• Fluency in English and the foreign language, including regionalisms and colloquial slang, without altering meaning.
• Interpretation that is factually and conceptually accurate without changes, omissions, or additions.
• Preservation of the tone and register of source language materials.

*Additional linguist qualifications may be specified at the task order level based on mission requirements.*

Clearance

CAT I linguists shall be Local Nationals, Third Country Nationals, or uncleared U.S. Citizens with a background check. CAT II linguists must be U.S. Citizens in possession of a SECRET security clearance. CAT III linguists must be U.S. Citizens with TOP SECRET clearance with SCI access.

Travel

Some travel may be required.

Job Type

Full-Time

Exemption Type

Exempt

Category

Contractors

Location

Remote Operations Support - Huntsville, AL 35806 US (Primary)

Remote TU Support - Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 US

EEO STATEMENT

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, any other non-merit-based factor, or other characteristics protected by law. As part of the company's equal employment opportunity policy, Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries will take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. The Unconventional, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.