Arabic Linguist
About The Position
Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Arabic Linguist with a TS/SCI clearance to perform translation and transcription from Arabic to English as well as interpretation for the US Government. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: Accurately translate reports/texts in electronic and hardcopy formats that not only contain facts but also some abstract language showing an ability to capture intended implications and many nuances. Generally capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural elements in text. Word choice and expression generally adhere to target language (TL) norms and means of expression specific to subject field(s) and are strong enough to allow translator to operate successively in that field. Format translated documents from Arabic to English and vice versa in the same manner as original(s) Review audio or internet materials, transcribes with high degree of accuracy and expression. Must attend any requisite DoD training immediately upon hiring
Requirements
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Native level Arabic language proficiency
- Fluency in English; Reading, writing, and speaking
- Must possess computer skills; including MS Office, to be able to produce written translations and products in addition to sufficient internet skills that will allow basic research on the Web.
Responsibilities
- Accurately translate reports/texts in electronic and hardcopy formats that not only contain facts but also some abstract language showing an ability to capture intended implications and many nuances.
- Generally capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural elements in text.
- Format translated documents from Arabic to English and vice versa in the same manner as original(s)
- Review audio or internet materials, transcribes with high degree of accuracy and expression.
- Must attend any requisite DoD training immediately upon hiring
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- 401K with company matching
- flexible spending accounts
- paid holidays
- three weeks paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
