The Unconventional is hiring: Bosnian Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS in Wash

Bosnian Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS - (1786)

Job Title: Bosnian Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS

Location: National Capital Region (NCR) - Washington, DC 20540 US (Primary)

Category: Contractors

Summary:

The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription, and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS). This includes translating various documents and media content, as well as ancillary services like court and deposition interpretation. The source material will contain legal, business, public administrative, medical, scientific, financial, historical, geographical, and military terminology.

The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature. It may be provided in various formats, including electronic or hard copies of books, reports, legal documents, and audio or video files. The substance of the materials may vary widely from complex technical information to informal language.

All material will be considered “sensitive,” requiring strict controls and confidentiality measures.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the required language and superior skills in English and editing.
• Qualifying scores ILR 4 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.
• Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S. (not necessarily consecutive).
• At least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department.
• Must be a U.S. citizen; Naturalized citizen; or Green Card holder with a Social Security Number.
• Knowledge of both English and foreign language vocabularies used in various contexts.
• Knowledge of specialized vocabulary related to the Government’s varied roles and missions.
• Fluent writing in their native language with professional command of the non-native language.
• Ability to translate accurately without changes, omissions, or additions.
• Preserve the tone and register of source language materials.
• Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics.

Clearance: Active Public Trust or higher security clearance

Location: Remote / National Capitol Region / Various CONUS Locations