Linguist - (Punjabi)

KACE Company•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Punjabi Linguist performs real-time and/or recorded transcription, translation, and summarization from Punjabi into English in support of sensitive law enforcement work. The role produces accurate, complete, court-ready written products; identifies and documents colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; and communicates pertinent information to law enforcement personnel. The position is client-facing and requires professional communication and representation of the program. The preferred candidate is a seasoned linguist who can work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, and follows a Monday–Friday, 40-hour workweek. Travel to client sites is required. The role is classified as non-exempt and eligible for overtime, with an hourly rate of $35. Applicants may be subject to a government background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust eligibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of translation experience in Punjabi.
Knowledge of Punjabi colloquialisms, slang, and regional expressions.
Familiarity with SMS shorthand, social media terminology, and web chat communications.
Excellent verbal and written skills, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
English and Punjabi proficiency at or above Level 3 in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills for client-facing interactions.
Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute.
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust eligibility.
Favorable credit check, as applicable, and successful completion of a background investigation and drug screening.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Must have lived in the United States for three of the past five years.
Must be able to travel to client sites.
Must be able to attend meetings and have mobility to do so.
Must be able to climb, stoop, or kneel 10% of the time; lift, pull, or push 10% of the time; write, type, and use a telephone system 100% of the time; and sit for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience performing similar linguist work in a comparable environment.
Seasoned, highly experienced linguist able to work independently.

Responsibilities

Listen to live or recorded Punjabi communications and produce verbal and written synopses, transcriptions, and translations as required by the project.
Communicate pertinent information to law enforcement personnel in a timely manner.
Build and maintain a master list of slang terms and codes used by a group or organization throughout each project or case.
Build and maintain a list of people associated with each group or organization throughout each project or case.
Build and maintain a voice library throughout the project.
Transcribe and translate pertinent recorded audio files and documents into accurate, clearly formatted, complete, court-ready products in accordance with project standards.
Use project reference tools and materials to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Operate specialized government-provided software and equipment, including JSI voice box, Pen-Link, Comverse, and Cellebrite.
Transcribe and translate a minimum of 18–22 minutes of recorded audio in an eight-hour shift.
Maintain and submit a daily productivity log.
Perform related duties as assigned.