Tamashek Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

睗牬; Minnesota; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A global language services provider is seeking a Tamashek Linguist to provide critical language support for military operations. The ideal candidate must possess proficiency in Tamashek and English, an active security clearance, and the physical fitness to be deployed in potentially high-pressure environments. This role mandates flexibility with working hours and readiness to operate in austere conditions. Strong typing and basic computer skills are necessary as well.

Qualifications

• Must possess active C3 Top Secret security clearance.
• Ability to provide language translations both written and verbal.
• Candidates need to be physically fit for deployment tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate translations and interpretations during missions.
• Work during any hours on mission requirements.
• Participate in high-pressure situations as needed.

Skills

Ability to read, write, listen, and speak Tamashek

Typing ability

Basic computer skills

Ability to handle pressure and stress

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Tamashek Linguist (CAT II and CAT III) - (TAM101.69)

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Job Title

Tamashek Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

Location

Continental United States - , US (Primary)
Outside Continental United States - , NC 28301 US

Job Type

Regular, Full-time

Category

Job Description

WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; WorldWide reaffirms its long-standing commitment to equality of opportunity in every aspect of employment. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship, from applicant to candidate to employee, are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

You may be assigned to a specific country but understand due to mission requirements you may be temporarily or indefinitely assigned to a neighboring country.

Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as the mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change.

Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately.

Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel.

Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.

Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress.

All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties.

Read, write, listen and speak with clear, concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide language or dialect specific translations using correct structure of sentences in the required language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of on-going conversations and activities. Position may include, but is not limited to: DOCEX, VERBAL TRANSLATION, AUDIO TRANSLATION, TRAIN/SUSTAIN OPERATIONS.

Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements.

Work and living conditions may be in extreme, austere, harsh conditions and is deployed to inherent overseas country(ies) that may be possible war zones and have considerable risk as part of the assignment.

Phased Hiring Process: once pre-screening begins for an open opportunity, you must pass/obtain/maintain…

Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results

Prefer candidates with active C3 Top Secret personnel security clearance; may consider those with active C2 Secret level.

Passing of read/write/listen/speak evaluations for the required language(s), may take multiple evaluations pre- and post-employment.

Vetting by our client(s) which could include a polygraph test, as applicable.

Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force.

Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required.

Languages Required

Tamashek (pending client position/ready state)

Clearance

Active - Secret or Top Secret

Equal Opportunity Employer; WorldWide Language Resources reaffirms its long-standing commitment to equality of opportunity in every aspect of employment. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship, from applicant to candidate to employee, are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

To be eligible for consideration, you must apply for a currently open position and properly complete all steps of the process to be considered. Individuals who do not timely and properly satisfy these requirements are not considered. Unsolicited resumes (i.e., resumes for positions not currently open) are not considered. Positions for which we seek external candidates also are listed with the state job service offices. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the WorldWide Language Resources Recruiting or Human Resources departments at 910-483-2881 to request assistance. WorldWide Language Resources provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.