Arabic/Spanish Linguist - Local National at Valiant Integrated Services

Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Translation, Transcription, Interpretation, Cultural Knowledge, Research, Analysis, Arabic-Iraqi, Spanish, English, Colloquial Phrases, Slang, Local Customs, Communication, Austere Environments, Document Review

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements. Responsibilities: * Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation of Arabic-Iraqi and Spanish languages into English * Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English, Arabic-Iraqi, Spanish, and vice versa * Work and travel in austere environments * Provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents * Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents * Other related tasks as assigned Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws. Qualifications * Must have a proficiency in Arabic-Iraqi, Spanish, and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)-Native proficiency preferred * Extensive knowledge of the culture with previous work in the region, Native familiarity preferred * Experience interpreting and translating Arabic-Iraqi, and Spanish into English * Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary, rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanation * Familiarity with the local culture and customs, with the ability to operate within the local populace * Local National Linguists are encouraged to apply Physical Requirements: Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, ascending, and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees. Outside working conditions include potential exposure to extreme high temperatures, dry and dusty conditions, and uneven walking surfaces. Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Responsibilities

The linguist will conduct accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation of Arabic-Iraqi and Spanish languages into English. They will also provide cultural insights and analyze foreign language documents.