Kunama Linguist - Nationwide

KACE - Powering Possibility

Nationwide, US
Hourly: $40.00ph; overtime eligible; not specified
Part-time, as needed (day/night shifts, weekends, and holidays)
Kunama to english transcription
16 minutes daily transcription minimum
45 words per minute typing speed
KACE is seeking a part-time Kunama Linguist to perform real-time transcriptions and translations of sensitive materials from Kunama to English. The role requires strong language skills, transcription experience, and the ability to communicate critical information to law enforcement

Job Summary

  • The linguist is responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Kunama to English for law enforcement.
  • Employees are expected to maintain a master-list of slang words and codes while operating specialized government software equipment.
  • This position requires working day and/or night shifts including weekends and holidays as an essential services role.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KACE is seeking a part-time Kunama Linguist to perform real-time transcriptions and translations of sensitive materials from Kunama to English. The role requires strong language skills, transcription experience, and the ability to communicate critical information to law enforcement.

Salary

Hourly: $40.00/hr; Overtime eligible; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Kunama to English transcription
  • 16 minutes daily transcription minimum
  • 45 words per minute typing speed
  • JSI voice box software operation
  • Colloquialism and slang identification

Nice-to-have

  • SMS and social media language knowledge
  • Court-ready transcription formatting
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Effective communication with management

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 3 years experience OR Associate degree plus 5 years OR High School Diploma plus 7 years
  • Minimum one year of transcription experience in Kunama
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
  • Score of 3 or better on third-party Language Assessment
  • Favorable credit check and background investigation required

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident

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