The Urban English Linguist is responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Urban English to English, collecting and analyzing colloquialisms and slang terms, and extracting pertinent information to communicate to law enforcement agents.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years' experience in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years' experience in a professional setting OR a High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of transcription experience in the required language
- Select applicants will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements to access classified information
- Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
- Knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions
- Knowledgeable in SMS language, social media, and Webchat
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Must be able to meet contract requirement of a score of 3 or better on a third-party Language Assessment (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English
- Must possess excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Must be able to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment and be able to communicate effectively with management and law enforcement personnel
- Requires the ability to prioritize, have effective time management skills, meet stringent deadlines, balance multiple tasks and work in a team environment
- Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources
- Must type 45 words per minute
- Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance, Favorable credit check for all cleared positions, Successfully passing a background investigation, medical and drug screen.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
