Part-time Linguist (English Speaker)

Title: Linguist - (Urban English)

Security Clearance: Schedule: This is an as‑needed, part‑time essential services position with work contingent upon available projects. 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: $28.73

Travel: Travel to client sites is required

About KACE KACE delivers technology-enabled mission services that advance public health, public safety and national security, combining our large‑scale operational capabilities with advanced technologies and data insights to meet the government’s most complex challenges.

Our employees bring a wide range of skills, experiences and perspectives to the critical government operations we support, making a measurable impact every day. This is purpose‑driven work, and we are committed to delivering a workforce that is mission‑focused, accountable, and dedicated to advancing the nation’s safety, security and performance.

The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Job Summary Our Linguists perform real‑time and/or recorded transcription from Urban English to English in support of sensitive law enforcement work. identify, decode, and document colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; Work may include transcribing source documents and recordings from multiple storage formats (e.g., digital media, audio, and video). This role is a good fit for linguists and interpreters who are comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail, and clear written documentation are essential.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities Listen to live or recorded communications in 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/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.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum one (1) year of translation experience in the required language.

Knowledge of 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.

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

S. citizen or Permanent Resident.

Must be able to write, type, and use a telephone system for extended periods.

Sitting for 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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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 accommodation 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.