Remote Jamaican Patois Translator for Legal & DOJ Support

Yorktown Systems Group; Washington; Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A government contractor is seeking a qualified Jamaican Patois Translator to support the Department of Justice with translation, interpretation, and transcription services. The role requires experience in legal translations and the ability to handle sensitive material while ensuring confidentiality. The ideal candidate should be fluent in both English and Jamaican Patois and have a professional command of legal vocabulary. This is a part-time, remote position with possible travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in translation.
• ILR 3 minimum or equivalent scores in language tests.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years.
• Experience working with law enforcement or legal departments is required.
• Ability to translate accurately without omissions or changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide translation, interpretation, and transcription services.
• Handle various types of legal documents and media.
• Ensure confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Skills

Translation experience

Knowledge of legal vocabulary

Research skills

Fluency in English and Jamaican Patois

Proficiency in Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools

Tools

SDL Trados Studio

Job description

A government contractor is seeking a qualified Jamaican Patois Translator to support the Department of Justice with translation, interpretation, and transcription services. The role requires experience in legal translations and the ability to handle sensitive material while ensuring confidentiality. The ideal candidate should be fluent in both English and Jamaican Patois and have a professional command of legal vocabulary. This is a part-time, remote position with possible travel requirements.