Spanish, Mexican & Salvadorian Linguist

Job Summary Our Linguists perform real-time and/or recorded transcription from Spanish to English in support of sensitive law‑enforcement work. They capture accurate, court‑ready written products; identify, decode, and document colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; and extract and communicate pertinent information to law‑enforcement personnel. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Listen to live or recorded communications in Spanish 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 or 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 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 Spanish. Knowledge of Spanish, Mexican, and Salvadorian dialect colloquialisms, slang terms, and regional expressions. Familiarity with SMS shorthand, social media terminology, and web chat communications. Excellent verbal and written skills in Spanish and English, 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, 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. Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident. Must have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the past 5 years. Clearance & Background Investigation Requirements Applicants selected may be subject to a background investigation and may be required to meet the conditions of employment below. Applicants must: maintain Public Trust eligibility as a condition of employment; receive a favorable credit check (as applicable to the required Public Trust eligibility); successfully complete a background investigation and drug screening; and be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident who has lived in the U.S. for three of the past five years. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Standing/Walking/Mobility: must have the mobility to attend meetings with managers and employees. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0%–10% of the time. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0%–10% of the time. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: must be able to 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. Equal Employment Opportunity KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr