KACE Company
Overview
Jamaican Patois Linguist role at KACE Company. Location: Nationwide. Security Clearance: Public Trust. Schedule: This is an as Needed Part-Time Essential Services Position which will require you to work day and/or night shifts to include weekends and holidays. This position is subject to the Service Contract Act and is classified as non-exempt, which means you will be eligible for overtime. Hourly: $40.00/hr. About KACE: When you join KACE, you work with professionals who are passionate about making a difference. The KACE Way emphasizes purpose, forward thinking, openness, trust, and investment in people and communities.
Job Summary
Our Linguists are responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Jamaican Patois to English; collecting, analyzing, identifying, and decoding colloquialisms and slang terms; extracting pertinent information and communicating that information to law enforcement agents. The linguist will transcribe source documents and recordings from storage media, including audiocassettes, videocassettes, or digital media.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Listens to oral and written intercepts or pre-recorded communications in Jamaican Patois and provides verbal and written synopsis and transcriptions as applicable per project. Relates all pertinent information to the Client when supporting a live project. Contributes to a 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. Transcribes and translates pertinent calls and documents as assigned by their supervisor. Produces court-ready transcriptions of pertinent calls, chats, and documents, following the required format. Uses the various reference tools created during the project. Transcribes a minimum of 16 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day. Operates specialized software equipment provided by the government (e.g., JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse) and other communication collection equipment at the assigned site. Maintains a daily log of productivity. Performs related duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years’ experience in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years’ experience OR High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience. Minimum of one (1) year of transcription experience in the required language. Select applicants will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements to access classified information. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident. Knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions. Knowledgeable in SMS language, social media, and Webchat. Demonstrates 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 of 3 or better on a third-party Language Assessment (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English. Must possess excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with management and law enforcement personnel. Requires the ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, meet deadlines, balance multiple tasks, and work in a team environment. Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources. Must type 45 words per minute.
Clearance
Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment: Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance Favorable credit check for cleared positions Successfully passing a background investigation, medical and drug screen U.S. Citizen Permanent Resident who has lived in the U.S. for the past 3 of the past 5 years
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time. Sitting: Sitting for prolonged periods while monitoring live or taped calls. Ability to leave desk may be restricted when handling live monitoring and translating of calls.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and may be revised as necessary. KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with disability laws, making reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact recruiting@kacecompany.com.
Seniorities, Employment Type, and Industry
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Business Consulting and Services
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Jamaican Patois Linguist role at KACE Company. Location: Nationwide. Security Clearance: Public Trust. Schedule: This is an as Needed Part-Time Essential Services Position which will require you to work day and/or night shifts to include weekends and holidays. This position is subject to the Service Contract Act and is classified as non-exempt, which means you will be eligible for overtime. Hourly: $40.00/hr. About KACE: When you join KACE, you work with professionals who are passionate about making a difference. The KACE Way emphasizes purpose, forward thinking, openness, trust, and investment in people and communities.
Job Summary
Our Linguists are responsible for performing real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Jamaican Patois to English; collecting, analyzing, identifying, and decoding colloquialisms and slang terms; extracting pertinent information and communicating that information to law enforcement agents. The linguist will transcribe source documents and recordings from storage media, including audiocassettes, videocassettes, or digital media.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Listens to oral and written intercepts or pre-recorded communications in Jamaican Patois and provides verbal and written synopsis and transcriptions as applicable per project. Relates all pertinent information to the Client when supporting a live project. Contributes to a 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. Transcribes and translates pertinent calls and documents as assigned by their supervisor. Produces court-ready transcriptions of pertinent calls, chats, and documents, following the required format. Uses the various reference tools created during the project. Transcribes a minimum of 16 minutes of recorded conversation in an 8-hour day. Operates specialized software equipment provided by the government (e.g., JSI voice box, Pen-link, Comverse) and other communication collection equipment at the assigned site. Maintains a daily log of productivity. Performs related duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years’ experience in a professional setting OR Associate degree AND five (5) years’ experience OR High School Diploma AND seven (7) years of experience. Minimum of one (1) year of transcription experience in the required language. Select applicants will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements to access classified information. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident. Knowledge of source language colloquial terms and expressions. Knowledgeable in SMS language, social media, and Webchat. Demonstrates 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 of 3 or better on a third-party Language Assessment (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English. Must possess excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with management and law enforcement personnel. Requires the ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, meet deadlines, balance multiple tasks, and work in a team environment. Ability to take technical direction and feedback from various sources. Must type 45 words per minute.
Clearance
Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment: Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance Favorable credit check for cleared positions Successfully passing a background investigation, medical and drug screen U.S. Citizen Permanent Resident who has lived in the U.S. for the past 3 of the past 5 years
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time. Sitting: Sitting for prolonged periods while monitoring live or taped calls. Ability to leave desk may be restricted when handling live monitoring and translating of calls.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and may be revised as necessary. KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with disability laws, making reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact recruiting@kacecompany.com.
Seniorities, Employment Type, and Industry
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Business Consulting and Services
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