SCA Analytic Linguist Security Clearance

Overview

SOSi is seeking Spanish Linguists in Salt Lake City, UT to support our federal law enforcement customer. The Spanish Analytic Linguist will provide operational support to support linguist and translator duties as assigned by the PMO. The role will involve providing live monitoring, translation, transcription, and interpretation support for ongoing and upcoming investigations. These assignments may require shift work including nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate will be computer savvy, a self-starter, capable of hitting the ground running and flexible to support assignments on short notice.

• Monitor live communication and listen to or read foreign language communications lawfully intercepted, and perform immediate verbal summaries, then subsequent written or typed summaries into English.
• Transcribe audio/video and written communications to and from source language to English as required.
• Interpret consecutively or simultaneously to and from source language to English as required.
• Validate by reviewing others  original translation, transcription, or the quality control review of the specified original work to attest to the accuracy of the final work.
• Summarize by providing concise and accurate synopsis of oral or written communications.
• Provide reliable, accurate gist and summaries of intercepted communications to law enforcement officers.
• Attend federal and state legal briefings (Title III minimization) prior to each new investigation.
• Assist law enforcement officers in the preparation of evidence and investigation summaries for possible federal or state trials.
• Serve as a witness in federal or state court when subpoenaed to testify.
• Maintain regular communication with the program manager and keep them informed of available hours/days/shifts for upcoming assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the customer or the Program Manager.

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  Must be 18 years old or older;
  Hold a high school diploma or equivalent;
  Be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident who is legally in the U.S. and have legal work status (only contractor personnel who are U.S. citizens will have access to classified documents).
• Minimum of one (1) year of translation experience in the required language.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and the target language as demonstrated through testing (testing shall have occurred no more than five years prior to starting work).
• Certified or able to become certified in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in target language and English.
• Familiarity with intercept systems is a plus:
  Jatom Systems Incorporated (JSI) Voice Box Intercept System;
  Pen-Link Lincoln Intercept System.
• Strong oral communication skills to effectively communicate with law enforcement officials of varying backgrounds.
• Ability to understand slang and colloquial expressions in your native language, and the ability to translate these into English while still conveying the original meaning and context.
• Native fluency in language(s) other than English.
• Excellent command of English with the ability to produce clear and concise written translations, transcriptions, and summaries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn to use new software.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute (WPM).
• Familiarity with a variety of media storage including cassettes, videos, and digital media.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet specific deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

• Preferred qualifications include experience as a linguist supporting defense, intelligence, or law enforcement, federal law enforcement clearance, flexibility to support assignments on short notice, and availability for multiple shifts including weekends.

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Shift-based schedules may include 24/7 operations.
• Office environment with different locations depending upon assignment.

EEO Statement:
Working at SOSi All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.