Foreign Language Translator

SSON; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Foreign Language Translator with SSON, responsible for translating immigration-related documents with high accuracy and cultural sensitivity. This role requires proficiency in multiple languages and a commitment to quality, suitable for individuals passionate about linguistic accuracy and cultural nuances.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and one target foreign language (Spanish, Arabic, etc.).
• Valid language certifications per ACTFL, ILR or CEFR standards.
• Minimum 2 years of professional translation experience.

Responsibilities

• Translate immigration-related documents accurately considering cultural contexts.
• Produce translations indistinguishable from native compositions.
• Ensure accuracy in conveying style, tone, and intent of original documents.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Problem-solving

Exceptional communication

Education

Advanced certifications or degrees in translation, linguistics, language studies

Tools

MemoQ

Trados

Job description

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The International / Foreign Language Translator is responsible for the accurate translation of written documents and forms. This role involves a high level of linguistic proficiency and cultural sensitivity to produce translations that faithfully represent the original content in the target language

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Multiple locations - Arlington, VA, Baltimore, MD, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Houston, TX, Los Angeles, CA, Miami, FL, New Orleans, LA, Newark, NJ, New York, NY, San Francisco, CA, Tampa, FL

• Translate immigration-related documents, applications, and forms pertaining to various case types.
• Ensure translated texts accurately convey the style, tone, and intent of the original documents, considering cultural and dialectal variations to produce documents appropriate for the target audience.
• Produce high-quality translations that are indistinguishable from native compositions in the target language, addressing complex concepts and terminology.
• The position is focused on translating written documents, with no requirement for spoken interpretation.
• Other duties as assigned.
• United States Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Proficient in grammar with strong written communication skills in English and the target foreign language(s).
• Must achieve fluency certifications in English and the target foreign language(s) as per standards set by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR), or the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) within six months of security approval.
• Ability to Translate in one of the following languages Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Mandarin, French, and Wolof.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
• Must possess problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced certifications or degrees in translation, linguistics, language studies, or related fields.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional translation experience.
• Proficiency with translation platforms such as MemoQ, Trados, etc.
• Ability to handle and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Cultural sensitivity during the translation process for both the original and target languages.
• Professional office environment.
• Must be able to work at one of the following offices Arlington, VA, Baltimore, MD, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Houston, TX, Los Angeles, CA, Miami, FL, New Orleans, LA, Newark, NJ, New York, NY, San Francisco, CA, Tampa, FL.
• Must be available to be on-call as needed to accommodate potential job requests.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
  
  
  

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

USD $28.73 - USD $28.73 /Hr.

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