Macedonian Translator, DOJ LSS

The Unconventional; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a committed team dedicated to providing ethical services to government clients as a Macedonian Translator. In this role, you will support the Department of Justice with translation, interpretation, and transcription services, ensuring the accurate conveyance of sensitive legal materials. This position requires a strong command of both Macedonian and English, as well as a deep understanding of legal terminology. If you are passionate about language and have experience in legal contexts, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a crucial role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of translation experience and familiarity with legal terminology.
• Must have ILR 3 minimum or equivalent language test scores.

Responsibilities

• Translate documents and media content with legal and technical terminology.
• Provide interpretation and transcription services for legal contexts.

Skills

Macedonian Translation

Legal Terminology

Interpretation

Transcription

Confidentiality Measures

Education

Experience in Translation

Experience with Law Enforcement

Job description

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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries, are a committed team of dedicated former military and civilian professionals who believe in providing ethical and quality services to Government customers. Our leadership team is composed primarily of Veterans who are now serving in a corporate environment rather than in uniform.

Job Title: Macedonian Translator, DOJ LSS

Location: National Capital Region (NCR) - Washington, DC 20540 US (Primary)

Category: Contractors

Job Description:

Summary: The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Macedonian Translator to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS). Activities may include the translation of documents and video/audio media content, as well as ancillary services such as court and deposition interpretation. Source material will contain legal, business, public administrative, medical, scientific, financial, historical, geographical, and military terminology.

The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature. Materials may be provided in various formats, including electronic or hard copies of documents and multimedia presentations. The substance of the materials may vary from complex technical information to informal language.

All of the material made available to the Contractor will be considered “sensitive,” requiring strict controls and confidentiality measures.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in translation.
• Qualifying scores ILR 3 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.
• Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S. (does not have to be consecutive).
• Must have at least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department.
• Must be a U.S. citizen; Naturalized citizen; or Green Card holder with a Social Security Number.
• Know both English and foreign language vocabularies used in various contexts.
• Know specialized vocabulary related to the Government’s varied roles and missions.
• Write in their native language fluently, with a professional command of the non-native language.
• Translate accurately without changes, omissions, or additions.
• Preserve the tone and register of source language materials.
• Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics.

Clearance: Active Public Trust or higher security clearance

Location: Remote / National Capitol Region / Various CONUS Locations