Legal Translator, Editor and Transcriber - Slavic Languages

Description: • Provide accurate translation and/or editing of documents and/or transcription of audio files involving l aw enforcement, forensic, and legal subject matter from the foreign language to/from English. • Edit audio transcriptions that include slang and idioms. • Edit legal documents, such as affidavits, depositions, etc., while demonstrating a strong command of legal terminology in both English and the source language. • Excellent written communication skills in English and the source foreign language, with Advanced Proficiency (reading/speaking/listening, writing) level 3-plus in English and the foreign target language, as assessed by the International Language Roundtable (ILR) scale. • Translate and/or transcribe following the government client’s style guides and quality standards. • Use domain-specific terminology. • Review and certify the quality of other translators’ work, as needed. • Highly proficient in MS Office, with the ability to mirror source document format in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Familiar with the use of CAT tools, such as Trados Studio. • Abide by a code of ethics when performing transcription and translation work. Requirements: • Must be willing to undergo a U.S. government background check to obtain a Public Trust Clearance Moderate Level. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. • At least 3 years of experience in LEGAL translating and/or editing between English and a foreign language. • At least 3 years of experience performing audio transcription with the ability to use software to enhance sound and equipment to aid in transcription. • Familiar with legal terminology in both English and the source foreign language(s). • Proficient in Microsoft Office. • Translators and editors must proficiently use CAT tools, such as SDL Trados . Benefits: Freelance - 1099 Contractor Apply Job!