Vietnamese Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a skilled Vietnamese Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to provide essential linguistic support for the Department of Justice. In this pivotal role, you will translate, edit, and certify a variety of legal documents and multimedia content, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality throughout the process. This position requires a deep understanding of both English and Vietnamese legal terminologies, along with a commitment to ethical standards in translation. If you possess the expertise and passion for language and law, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Vietnamese and English.
• Must have ILR 4 minimum or equivalent on language tests.

Responsibilities

• Translate documents and media content related to legal matters.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive materials.

Skills

Vietnamese language proficiency

English editing skills

Legal terminology knowledge

Translation accuracy

Confidentiality measures

Education

5+ years of experience in translation

ILR 4 or equivalent score

Job description

Vietnamese Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS - (1805)

Job Title: Vietnamese Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS

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

Category: Contractors

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). Responsibilities include translating all manner of documents (written and electronic) and video and/or audio media content, as well as ancillary services such as court and deposition interpretation. Source material will contain legal, business, public administrative, medical, scientific, financial, historical, geographical, and military terminology.

The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature and may be provided in various formats including electronic or hard copies of books, journal articles, reports, manuscripts, letters, legal documents, memoranda, multi-media presentations, and audio or video files. The substance of the materials may vary widely from highly complex, technical, and specialized information to very informal language.

All material made available to the Contractor will be considered “sensitive,” requiring strict controls and confidentiality measures at all times.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience 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).
• 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.
• Knowledge of both English and foreign language vocabularies used in formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication.
• Knowledge of specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government’s varied roles and missions.
• Ability to write in their native language fluently with 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