Kurdish Reviewer & Editor — Legal Translation (Remote)

Yorktown Systems Group; Washington; Remote; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A government contracting firm is seeking a qualified Kurdish Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to support the Department of Justice with translation and transcription services. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience with legal language, proficiency in both English and Kurdish, and familiarity with SDL Trados Studio. This part-time position offers remote work with some travel requirements, underlining the importance of confidentiality and security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in the required language.
• Qualifying scores ILR 4 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.
• Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S.
• At least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement or legal department.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Translate legal documents and materials accurately.
• Ensure confidentiality and comply with security clearance requirements.
• Provide linguistic support for various legal contexts.

Skills

English proficiency

Editing skills

Legal vocabulary

Translation resources expertise

Research and analytical skills

Education

5 years of experience in required language

Tools

SDL Trados Studio

Job description

A government contracting firm is seeking a qualified Kurdish Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to support the Department of Justice with translation and transcription services. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience with legal language, proficiency in both English and Kurdish, and familiarity with SDL Trados Studio. This part-time position offers remote work with some travel requirements, underlining the importance of confidentiality and security clearance.