Must have a minimum of four (4) years of transcription, translation or other language-related cryptologic experience and an associate degree or 2 additional years of related experience.
Performance at Level 3 in listening OR reading as defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) is required.
Must have excellent command of the English language knowledge and ability to produce translations independently.
Must have demonstrated superior and professional competency in their previous assignments and positions.
Position requires a TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance. POSITION SUMMARY:
Transcribes and/or translates source material, both printed and audio, provides analysis and reporting of translated foreign language source material, and quality control of junior linguists. Typically works as part of or may lead a team of linguists supporting operations CONUS or OCONUS. Must be a U. S. citizen and able to obtain a customer granted security clearance. Must possess ILR level 3 proficiency in reading or listening of the target foreign language, typically a 3/3, 3/2, or 2/3 on the DLPT. RESPONSIBILTIES:
Translates intermediate to advanced level printed materials including technical manuals and foreign language periodicals into good grammatical English. Transcribes and translates foreign language audio files into good grammatical English. Prepares and updates databases of translated source material. Operates customer furnished monitor/recording equipment. Scans intercepted data and determined as pertinent or non-pertinent to mission requirements. Participates in analytical meetings or conferences when applicable. Drafts product reports. Provides quality control of junior linguist transcribed and translated material.