SCA Analytic Linguist (Spanish)
On-siteNorth Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Monitor live communication, listen to lawfully intercepted foreign language messages, and perform immediate verbal summaries followed by written or typed English summaries. Transcribe audio, video, and written communications to and from the source language to English. Interpret consecutively or simultaneously as required. Validate work by reviewing original translations, transcriptions, or quality control reviews to attest to accuracy. Provide reliable, accurate gist and summaries of intercepted communication to law enforcement officers. Attend federal and state legal briefings, known as Title III minimization, prior to new investigations. Assist law enforcement officers in preparing evidence and investigation summaries for federal or state trials. Serve as a "fact" witness in federal or state court when subpoenaed. Maintain regular communication with the program manager regarding available hours and shifts.
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 shall have occurred no more than five years prior to the analytic linguist 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 work assigned shift schedules, including the possibility of nights and weekends
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet specific deadlines
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with specific Intercept Systems is a plus: Jatom Systems Incorporated (JSI) VoiceBox Intercept System
- Familiarity with specific Intercept Systems is a plus: Pen-Link Lincoln Intercept System
- Strong oral communication skills to effectively communicate with law enforcement officials of varying backgrounds
- Ability to understand slang and colloquial expressions in your native language, and the ability to translate these into English while still conveying the original meaning and context
- Experience as a linguist in support of defense, intelligence, or law enforcement agencies
- Federal law enforcement clearance
- Availability for multiple shifts to include weekends
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