Validation Linguist Reviewer Nationwide

Global Language System; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking experienced Validation Linguists/Reviewers for federal missions. This remote role focuses on ensuring legal compliance and accuracy in translations for law enforcement, requiring advanced language skills and attention to detail. Candidates must be eligible for U.S. security clearance and have solid experience in quality assurance.

Benefits

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Qualifications

• ILR Level 4+ proficiency in English and a foreign language required.
• 5+ years of experience in translations or QA linguistics.
• Mastery of legal terminology and formatting.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance review of translations and transcriptions.
• Verify accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Provide feedback to linguists and support training initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality assurance

Linguistic proficiency

Education

Certification in translation

Job description

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Benefits:

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

Position Type: Contingency Hire

Location: Nationwide (Remote or Secure Facility-Based)

Clearance Level: Must be eligible for U.S. Government security clearance

Job Summary:

Global Impact Group LLC is seeking highly experienced Validation Linguists / Reviewers for contingency hire, pending contract award. This senior-level role is critical to ensuring the accuracy, fidelity, and legal admissibility of translated and transcribed content produced for law enforcement and judicial operations. The ideal candidate will possess expert-level language proficiency, acute attention to legal and evidentiary detail, and demonstrated experience in linguistic quality assurance (QA).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform second-level quality assurance review of translations and transcriptions across various media (documents, audio, video).
• Verify accuracy, completeness, formatting, and contextual integrity in compliance with legal and evidentiary standards.
• Identify and correct linguistic, syntactic, cultural, and idiomatic inconsistencies while preserving the original tone and intent.
• Ensure all reviewed materials are court-admissible and formatted according to agency or law enforcement specifications.
• Provide clear written feedback to first-pass linguists and participate in QA resolution cycles.
• Support linguist training and continuous improvement initiatives with insight from review trends.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle classified/sensitive content according to federal protocols.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• ILR Level 4+ proficiency in both English and at least one foreign language (certification or testing evidence required).
• At least 5 years of professional experience as a senior translator, transcriptionist, or QA linguist.
• Prior experience validating documents for court proceedings, DEA operations, or federal investigations.
• Mastery of legal terminology, transcription conventions, and chain-of-custody formatting protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to detect and correct nuanced linguistic, cultural, or formatting issues in sensitive material.
  
  
  

Languages in Demand:

Languages vary based on caseload. High-demand needs typically include:

• Spanish
• Arabic
• Mandarin
• Russian
• Farsi
• Pashto
• French
• Haitian Creole
• Vietnamese
• Other mission-critical languages as assigned
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting federal agencies such as DEA, DOJ, FBI, DHS, or immigration courts.
• Certification in translation or interpretation from ATA, NAJIT, or federal/state programs.
• Familiarity with linguistic QA tools and version-controlled editing workflows.
• Prior experience mentoring linguists or contributing to QA training protocols.
  
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

• Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of a federal background check.
• Must be eligible to handle classified documents and work in secure environments (on-site or remote).
• Flexible availability is preferred, including potential for high-volume review cycles.
  
  
  

Global Impact Group LLC is committed to excellence in linguist services that meet the highest standards of quality, security, and legal integrity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from senior linguists across all language backgrounds.

Flexible work from home options available.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Translation and Localization

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