Translation Specialist Document-Based Nationwide

Global Language System; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

A government-focused language service provider is seeking Translation Specialists to support law enforcement operations by translating various documents into high-accuracy English. Candidates must have ILR Level 3+ proficiency in English and another language, with experience in legal translations. This position offers flexible remote and on-site options and is contingent on federal contract award.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, Farsi, French, Pashto, Haitian Creole, Vietnamese, or other strategic languages.
• Experience with DEA, FBI, DHS, or DOJ agencies is preferred.
• Familiarity with legal documentation and chain-of-evidence formatting.

Responsibilities

• Translate handwritten, typed, and recorded materials into contextually accurate English.
• Ensure compliance with DEA or legal formatting standards.
• Preserve cultural idioms and linguistic nuances in translations.
• Verify translations for fidelity and consistency.
• Maintain records of translated materials.

Skills

ILR Level 3+ proficiency in English and another language

Experience in translating legal documents

Knowledge of cultural nuances and regional dialects

Proficiency in translation software

Excellent written communication skills

Tools

Trados

MemoQ

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Word

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Position Type:

Contingency Hire
Location: Nationwide (Remote and On-Site Options)
Clearance Level: Must be eligible for U.S. Government security clearance

Job Summary:

Global Impact Group LLC is actively seeking experienced Translation Specialists (Document-Based) for contingency hiring, pending federal contract award. This role supports DEA and law enforcement operations through the translation of source-language documents into high-accuracy English renderings. Material types include handwritten notes, maps, ledgers, personal correspondence, emails, and official records—often containing cultural and regional nuances that must be preserved.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Translate a wide range of handwritten, typed, and recorded materials from various source languages into precise and contextually accurate English.
• Apply appropriate DEA or legal document formatting standards, ensuring that all translated content adheres to evidentiary requirements.
• Preserve cultural idioms, colloquialisms, and linguistic nuances critical to context and meaning.
• Verify and revise translations as necessary to ensure fidelity to original content and consistency with case-specific terminology.
• Work independently and meet strict deadlines under classified or sensitive document handling protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of translated materials and contribute to case documentation as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• ILR Level 3+ proficiency in both English and at least one foreign language, confirmed by testing or recognized language certification.
• Proven experience translating legal, law enforcement, or government-related documents, especially those related to DEA or Title III operations.
• Strong understanding of regional dialects, cultural nuances, and criminal lexicons present in source materials.
• Proficiency in using translation software and formatting tools such as Trados, MemoQ, Adobe Acrobat, or Word with style templates.
• Excellent written communication and document formatting skills.

Languages in Demand:

• Spanish
• Arabic
• Mandarin
• Russian
• Farsi
• French
• Pashto
• Haitian Creole
• Vietnamese
• Other strategic languages based on operational requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with DEA, FBI, DHS, or DOJ agencies.
• Knowledge of legal documentation requirements and chain-of-evidence formatting.
• Familiarity with classified document handling procedures and secure data transfer tools.

Conditions of Employment:

• Position is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of a government background check.
• Must be eligible to work in secure environments and comply with federal confidentiality and document security protocols.
• Availability to work remotely or on-site, depending on the nature of the documents and operational requirements.

Global Impact Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek linguists with the precision, professionalism, and cultural insight required to support U.S. law enforcement agencies in their mission-critical work.

Flexible work from home options available.