Arabic-L:TRANS:Translation Job for level 4 speaker

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Date: 04 April 2011
From: reposted from LINGUIST
Subject: Translation Job for level 4 speaker

University or Organization: CLP HR Constant 
Job Rank: Translator  

Specialty Areas: Translation 

Required Language(s): Arabic, Standard (arb)
                     Pashto, Central (pst) 

Description:

Linguist positions: Arabic and Pashto

Location : Herndon, Reston, McLean, Arlington, VA ( Northern Virginia Area) 

Clearance Requirements: clearance must be issued/sponsored by only of these
three agencies:  NSA, CIA and FBI.

Testing Requirements
The customer testing requirement for linguists is that they have an average
of a 4 on the language test.  The two exceptions to this rule are military
experience and CT experience. They are willing to accept a linguist with a
3+ average if they have at least 2 years experience in one of the above
categories.  Based on past history linguists on this program need at a
minimum a 3+ translation score to succeed on this program.

Approved Testing Vendors
-CLCI -  Speaking/Listening and Translation
-LLE - Speaking/Listening and Translation
-ICA - Translation only

Description:
We are seeking a skilled Linguist who has excellent translation skills. You
will be providing support to a specific translation project working with a
team of skilled linguists. 

Mandatory requirements: 
-A HS diploma and at least 2 years of higher education in addition to 4-5
years of direct related work experience is required. 
-Must provide proof of Native proficiency (Interagency Language Roundtable
skill level 4-5) in the target language in all modalities (reading,
writing, listening, speaking), and Advanced Working proficiency (ILRT 2+)
in English. Test scores must be current (within the past 12 months). 

Education: A university degree from an accredited North American or
European university is preferred but not required.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills: 
-Capable of providing written translations of technical and non-technical
material using correct syntax and expression from the native language to
English. 
-Capable of providing the cultural, social, and ethnic context of
translations and interpretations and be able to convey this information in
a written format. 
-Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with personnel from
diverse cultures. 

Translation: 
-Can accurately translate reports/texts in electronic and hardcopy formats
that contain facts and some abstract language, showing an ability to
capture intended implications and nuances. 
-Able to interpret accurately. Normally consecutive interpretation only is
needed, but on rare occasions some basic simultaneous interpretation may be
requested 
-Has good understanding of one or more regional dialects. 

Transcription: 
-Reviews audio and/or video materials, transcribes with high degree of
accuracy and expression. 
-Must possess excellent English-language written communication skills for
preparing reports. 
-Has good understanding of one or more regional dialects. 

Gisting/Summarizing: 
-Is able to identify and accurately summarize factual points as well as
abstract concepts. 
-Can triage documentation to isolate pertinent and nuanced information. 
-Master use of reference materials. 
-Must possess computer skills, including MS Office, to be able to produce
written translations and products, and sufficient Internet skills that will
allow basic research on the Web. 
-Must possess excellent English-language verbal communication skills for
giving briefings


Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: clprecruiter.osovi at gmail.com 
Contact Information:
	OmiSade Sovi 
	Email: clprecruiter.osovi at gmail.com 


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