SCA Analytic Linguist
On-siteJackson, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Monitor live foreign language communications, perform immediate verbal summaries, and transcribe audio/video to English. Interpret consecutively or simultaneously, validate translations against quality control reviews, and provide reliable gist summaries of intercepted communications to law enforcement officers. Attend legal briefings, assist in preparing evidence for trials, and serve as a fact witness when subpoenaed. Maintain regular communication with the program manager regarding availability for upcoming assignments. This role requires flexibility for shift schedules including nights and weekends, with assignments on very short notice. Candidates must possess native fluency in a language other than English, proficient typing skills, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
Required Qualifications
- 18 years old or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident with legal work status
- Minimum of one (1) year of translation experience in the required language
- Demonstrated proficiency in English and the target language as demonstrated through testing
- Testing for language proficiency occurred no more than five years prior to commencing work
- Certified or the ability to become certified in listening, speaking, reading, and writing language proficiency in target native language and English
- Native fluency in language(s) other than English
- Excellent command of English with the ability to produce clear and concise written translations, transcriptions, and summaries
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications and ability to learn to use new software
- Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute (WPM)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
- Flexibility to support assignments on short notice
- Availability for multiple shifts to include weekends
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet specific deadlines
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with Jatom Systems Incorporated (JSI) VoiceBox Intercept System
- Familiarity with Pen-Link Lincoln Intercept System
- Experience as a linguist in support of defense, intelligence, or law enforcement agencies
- Federal law enforcement clearance
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