Cleared Taishanese Analytic Linguist

Metlang is a veteran-owned provider of interpretation, translation, and monitoring services to the law enforcement community nationwide. Cleared Taishanese Analytic Linguists are responsible for monitoring, transcribing, translating, interpreting, and analyzing source material to assist law enforcement with investigations.

Requirements

• Federal clearance
• Clear, concise, effective written and spoken communication skills in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin
• Ability to summarize and translate audio and text, including slang and colloquialisms, in a real-time manner
• Demonstrate prior interpreting and/or translating experience in a professional or personal setting
• Adequately prioritize tasks while demonstrating attention to detail and organization skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, text message terminology in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin
• Typing abilities to exceed 40 words per minute
• Capable of adapting well under pressure and functioning cohesively in a team environment
• Availability to work a rotating schedule
• Candidates must pass writing, reading, listening, and speaking language tests in English, Taishanese, and Mandarin or provide prior test results as required by contract
• Availability to work full time locally and travel outside your area for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Major medical insurance (pending eligibility)
• 401k retirement account
• 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked (or as per local requirements)
• Up to 10 paid vacation days
• 11 paid federal holidays