Oromo Transcriber, DOJ LSS

Yorktown Systems Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Oromo Transcriber to provide essential linguistic support services to the Department of Justice. This role involves translating, transcribing, and interpreting sensitive legal materials, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times. Candidates must have a strong background in language transcription, with at least three years of experience, and must possess a deep understanding of legal vocabulary in both English and Oromo. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality services to government clients and make a meaningful impact in the field of legal support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in language transcription required.
• Fluency in English and Oromo with legal vocabulary is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support DOJ with transcription and translation of sensitive legal documents.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality in all linguistic services provided.

Skills

Language Transcription

Legal Vocabulary

Translation Accuracy

Bilingual Communication

Job description

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EEO STATEMENT: Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, any other non-merit-based factor, or other characteristics protected by law.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned 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. Our customer's missions become our own and we are committed to working as a team to achieve success.

Job Title: Oromo Transcriber

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

Category: Contractors

Job Description:

Summary: The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Oromo Transcriber to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription, and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS). Such activities may include the translation of all manner of documents (written and electronic) and video and/or audio media content (e.g., compact discs, .wav files), as well as ancillary services, such as court and deposition interpretation.

The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature. All of the material made available to the Contractor will be considered “sensitive,” requiring that strict controls and confidentiality measures are in place at all times.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in language transcription.
• Qualifying scores ILR 3 minimum or equivalent in listening, comprehension, and writing 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 formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication in various contexts, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms.
• Write in English and foreign language fluently, including regionalisms and colloquial slang without altering meaning.
• Translate in a manner that is factually and conceptually accurate 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