Kurdish/Arabic Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

睗牬; North Carolina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A language support services provider is seeking a Kurdish/Arabic Linguist to work in challenging environments, providing translation and interpretation services while conducting activities in austere conditions. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, possessing strong typing and computer skills. The role requires flexible hours and the ability to perform well under pressure, ensuring effective communication in distinct language needs for mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit to perform duties in challenging environments.
• Ability to work flexible hours as mission requirements change.

Responsibilities

• Change tasks according to mission requirements.
• Provide accurate translations and interpretations in Kurdish and Arabic.
• Work effectively in high-pressure conditions.

Skills

Typing ability

Basic computer skills

Ability to speak clearly and concisely in Kurdish and Arabic

Ability to function under pressure

Education

U.S. citizenship

Active Secret or Top Secret clearance

Job description

Kurdish/Arabic Linguist (CAT II and CAT III) – (C2-C3KAE)

Job Title: Kurdish/Arabic Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

Location

Outside Continental United States - NC 28301 US (Primary)

Job Type

Regular, Full-Time

Job Description

WorldWide Language Resources was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services.

Equal Opportunity Statement

WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) reaffirms its long-standing commitment to equality of opportunity in every aspect of employment. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship, from applicant to candidate to employee, are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties. May be requested to operate a Government furnished vehicle in support of operations.

Responsibilities

• Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change.
• Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately.
• Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
• Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress.
• May be required to work outside and inside depending on mission requirements.
• Living conditions may be austere and harsh. Working environment is deployed overseas to possible war zones and has considerable risk as part of the assignment.
• Read, write, listen and speak with clear and concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide idiomatic translations of material using correct structure of sentences in the required foreign language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of ongoing conversations and activities.
• Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements.
• Work is in extreme, austere, harsh conditions.
• All linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties.

Phased Hiring Process

• Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results.
• U.S. citizen, active Secret level personnel security clearance.
• Passing of evaluations for the required language for the position you’ve applied for, as applicable.
• Vetting by our client(s), as applicable.
• Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force.
• Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required.

Languages Required

Kurdish and Arabic

Clearance

Active – Secret or Top Secret

Application Eligibility

To be eligible for consideration, you must apply for a currently open position and properly complete all steps of the process to be considered. Individuals who do not timely and properly satisfy these requirements are not considered. Unsolicited resumes (i.e., resumes for positions not currently open) are not considered. Positions for which we seek external candidates also are listed with the state job service offices. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the WorldWide Language Resources Recruiting or Human Resources departments at 910‑483‑2881 to request assistance. WorldWide Language Resources provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.