Urban English Analytical Linguist - Baltimore, Md

KACE

Baltimore, MD, US
Hourly: $28.73ph; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Urban english to english transcription
Slang and colloquialism identification
Court ready transcription production
Linguists are responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Urban English to English while collecting and analyzing colloquialisms

Job Summary

  • Linguists are responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Urban English to English while collecting and analyzing colloquialisms.
  • The role requires producing court-ready transcriptions of calls and documents using specialized government software like JSI voice box and Comverse.
  • KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to making a difference through purposeful work on critical projects shaping national safety.

Matching Summary

Linguists are responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Urban English to English while collecting and analyzing colloquialisms.

Salary

Hourly: $28.73/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for overtime under Service Contract Act

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Urban English to English transcription
  • Slang and colloquialism identification
  • Court ready transcription production
  • 16 minutes per 8-hour day minimum
  • 45 words per minute typing speed
  • JSI voice box and Pen-link software
  • Third-party language assessment score 3+

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with SMS and social media language
  • Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environment
  • Team collaboration and effective communication skills
  • Strong time management and prioritization abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 3 years experience OR Associate degree plus 5 years OR High School Diploma plus 7 years
  • Minimum 1 year of transcription experience in the required language
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
  • Pass government background investigation and drug screen
  • Score of 3 or better on third-party Language Assessment

Work Rights

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

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