Romanian Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to provide essential linguistic support to the Department of Justice. This dynamic role involves translating, transcribing, and interpreting a variety of legal documents and media, ensuring accuracy and maintaining the integrity of sensitive materials. With a focus on ethical practices, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in language services, particularly in legal settings, and demonstrate proficiency in both English and a foreign language. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering quality services and make a significant impact in the field of legal linguistics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in language services, particularly in legal contexts.
• Superior English skills and editing proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Translate, transcribe, and interpret legal documents and media content.
• Ensure confidentiality and control over sensitive materials.

Skills

Translation

Editing

Transcription

Linguistic Support Services

Legal Vocabulary

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

5+ years of experience in required language

Experience with law enforcement/legal department

Tools

Translation resources

Monolingual reference materials

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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.

Job Title: Reviewer/Editor/Certifier

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

Category: Contractors

Job Description:

Summary:

The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Reviewer/Editor/Certifier 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. Materials may be provided to the Contractor in a variety of formats, including electronic or hard copies of books, journal articles, reports, manuscripts, letters, legal documents, memoranda, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets, email correspondence, SMS and MMS messages, and audio or video files. The substance of the materials may vary widely from highly complex, technical, and specialized information, to very informal, street language and textspeak.

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:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience accumulated within the past ten years in the required language along with superior skills in English and editing.
• Qualifying scores ILR 4 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 formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication in various contexts, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms.
• Know specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government’s varied roles and missions, as well as possess research and analytical skills to make critical judgments regarding terminology, including expertise in the use of translation resources, monolingual reference materials, and online material.
• Write in their native language fluently, but still have professional command of the non-native language.
• 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