Wolof Linguist Jobs

Linguist is responsible for performing real-time transcriptions or sensitive material from Wolof to English; collecting, analyzing, identifying, and decoding of colloquialisms and slang terms; Extracting pertinent information and communicating that information to law enforcement agent(s). Linguist is responsible for transcribing source documents and recordings from storage media, including but not limited to digital media.

• Listens to oral intercepts/audio recordings in Wolof and provides verbal and written synopsis and transcripts.
• Linguist is responsible for relating all pertinent information to the Client.
• Contribute to the master list of slang words and codes (used by a particular group/organization) for the duration of the project/case.
• Maintains a voice library for the duration of the project.

• Responsible for using the various reference tools created during the project.
• During inactive or low periods of activity, transcribes and translates pertinent calls assigned by their Supervisor.
• Produce court ready transcriptions of pertinent calls following the required format.

• Maintain daily log of productivity.
• Ability to transcribe a minimum of 18 - 22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day.
• Operates specialized software equipment provided by the government to include JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse and other communication collection equipment used at their assigned site.

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Minimum of one (1) year of transcription experience in the required language
• Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years’ experience in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years’ experience in a professional setting OR a High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience.

• Requires the ability to prioritize, have effective time management skills, meet stringent deadlines, balance multiple tasks and work in a team environment.
• Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources.
• Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills in the the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Knowledgeable in SMS language, Social Media and Webchat.
• Knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions.
• Must be able to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment and be able to communicate effectively with management and law enforcement personnel.
• Must type 45 words per minute.
• Ability to translate/transcribe 18-22 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8/hour day when performing Linguist duties.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Must be able to meet contract requirement of a score a of 3 or better on a third-party Language Assessment (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English