Spanish, Mexican Dialect & Urban English Linguist

Title Spanish, Mexican Dialect & Urban English Linguist Location Charlotte, NC Security Clearance Public Trust (or ability to obtain) Schedule This is an as‑needed, part‑time essential services position. When assigned to a project, linguists are expected to support the effort through completion and are typically scheduled to work up to 40 hours per week. Assignments may require day and/or night shifts, including weekends and holidays. Classification Non‑exempt (eligible for overtime) Hourly Compensation $28.73 Travel Travel to client sites is required. Job Summary Our linguists perform real‑time and/or recorded transcription from Spanish & Urban English to English in support of sensitive law enforcement work. The role involves capturing accurate, court‑ready written products; identifying, decoding, and documenting colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; and extracting and communicating pertinent information to law enforcement personnel. Work may include transcribing source documents and recordings from multiple storage formats (e.g., digital media, audio, video). Essential Functions & Responsibilities Listen to live or recorded communications in Spanish & Urban English and produce verbal and written synopses and transcriptions, as required by the project. Communicate pertinent information to the client (law enforcement personnel) in a timely manner when supporting live monitoring. Build and maintain a master list of slang terms and codes used by a particular group/organization for the duration of the project or case. Build and maintain a voice library for the duration of the project. Transcribe and translate pertinent calls and documents as assigned by the supervisor. Produce court‑ready (accurate, clearly formatted, and complete) transcriptions of pertinent calls, chats, and documents in the required format. Use project reference tools and materials developed during the project to ensure accuracy and consistency. Transcribe a minimum of 16 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8‑hour day per required format and quality standards. Operate specialized government‑provided software and equipment (e.g., JSI voice box, Pen‑link, Comverse, and other communications‑collection tools) used at the assigned site. Maintain a daily productivity log in accordance with project requirements. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Skills High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one (1) year of translation experience in the required language. Knowledge of Spanish, Mexican Dialect & Urban English colloquialisms, slang terms, and regional expressions. Familiarity with SMS shorthand, social media terminology, and web chat communications. Excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to meet the position requirement of a score of 3 or better on a third‑party language assessment (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English and Spanish. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment and communicate effectively with management and law enforcement personnel. Strong prioritization and time‑management skills; ability to meet deadlines, balance multiple tasks, and work effectively in a team environment. Ability to take technical direction and incorporate feedback from multiple sources. Must type 45 words per minute. Clearance Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the conditions of employment below. Eligibility for Public Trust is required. Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screening, favorable credit check as applicable, and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency with at least 3 of the past 5 years lived in the U.S. are required. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Mobility: Stand, walk, or attend meetings with managers and employees. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0%–10% of time. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0%–10% of time. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Write, type, and use a telephone system for extended periods. Sitting: Prolonged periods while monitoring live or recorded calls; ability to leave the desk may be restricted during live monitoring and translation activities. 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