American Sign Language Spanish Linguist

7 days ago

Ashburn, Virginia, United States KACE Company Full time

About KACE Company:

KACE Company is a leading organization that values diversity and inclusivity in its workforce. We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Our team of professionals is dedicated to making a positive impact on the nation's safety, security, and quality of life. We are seeking a highly skilled Sign Language Linguist to join our team and contribute to our mission.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from ASL Spanish to English. This will involve collecting, analyzing, identifying, and decoding colloquialisms and slang terms, as well as extracting pertinent information and communicating it to law enforcement agents.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Listen and observe intercepts in American Sign Language and provide verbal and written synopsis and transcripts.
  • Relate all pertinent information to the client.
  • Contribute to a master-list of slang words and codes used by a particular group/organization for the duration of the project/case.
  • Transcribe and translate pertinent calls assigned by their supervisor during inactive or low periods of activity.
  • Produce court-ready transcriptions of pertinent calls following the required format.
  • Use various reference tools created during the project.
  • Transcribe a minimum of 18-22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day.
  • Operate specialized software equipment provided by the government, including JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse, and other communication collection equipment used at their assigned site.
  • Maintain a daily log of productivity.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

  • 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 High School Diploma and seven (7) years of experience.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of transcription experience in the required language.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
  • Select applicants will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements to access classified information.
  • 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 requirements 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.
  • Ability to translate/transcribe 18-22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day when performing Linguist duties.
  • Must type 45 words per minute.

CLEARANCE:

Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance.
  • Favorable credit check for all cleared positions.
  • Successfully passing a background investigation, medical, and drug screen.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

  • Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees.
  • Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time.
  • Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time.
  • Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
  • Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time while monitoring live or taped calls. Ability to leave desk may be restricted when handling live monitoring and translating of calls.

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