Live Spanish Linguist for Federal Investigations

SOSi; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government contractor in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Spanish Linguist to provide operational support for federal law enforcement. Responsibilities include live monitoring, translation, transcription, and interpretation for ongoing investigations, requiring flexibility in shift schedules. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, hold a high school diploma, and demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and English. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic law enforcement environment, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Minimum of one year of translation experience in the required language.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Monitor live communication and perform verbal summaries.
• Transcribe audio/video and written communications.
• Interpret consecutively or simultaneously.
• Validate and review translations for accuracy.
• Attend federal and state legal briefings.

Skills

Strong oral communication skills

Native fluency in language(s) other than English

Excellent command of English

Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute (WPM)

Ability to understand slang and colloquial expressions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Jatom Systems Incorporated VoiceBox Intercept System

Pen-Link Lincoln Intercept System

Job description

A government contractor in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Spanish Linguist to provide operational support for federal law enforcement. Responsibilities include live monitoring, translation, transcription, and interpretation for ongoing investigations, requiring flexibility in shift schedules. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, hold a high school diploma, and demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and English. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic law enforcement environment, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.