Kurdish Linguist CAT II
Role Overview
Linguist will provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S operations and mission requirements in Iraq/Syria . Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret or Top Secret clearance may be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation from Kurdish (KU) into English
Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English Kurdish (KU) and vice versa
Work and travel in austere environments
Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
Other related tasks as assigned
Full Job Posting
POSITION SUMMARY
Linguist will provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S operations and mission requirements in Iraq/Syria . Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret or Top Secret clearance may be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation from Kurdish (KU) into English
Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English Kurdish (KU) and vice versa
Work and travel in austere environments
Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
Other related tasks as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a proficiency in Kurdish (KU) and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)-Native proficiency preferred
- Extensive knowledge of Kurdish (KU) culture with previous work in the region-Native familiarity preferred
- Experience interpreting and translating Kurdish (KU) into English
- Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanation
- Familiarity with the local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
- Must receive a favorable contractor fitness determination (FCFD) with current counter intelligence (CI) screening and open single scope background investigation (SSBI).
- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work long hours and for extended periods of time
- Maintain a professional appearance and proper hygiene
CORE VALUES
INTEGRITY - Honesty, Trust and Respect in every situation
EXCELLENCE - Performance, Effectiveness, Quality, and Safety in everything we do
INNOVATION - Embracing new ideas and best practice in every service that we provide
About Valiant Integrated Services
Training, logistics, and mission support for government agencies.
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