Linguists -Arabic Kurdish-Sorani Kurdish-Kurmanji

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work as a team.

• Ability to give/receive constructive feedback on translation reviews.

• Ability to type no less than 45wpm in English and in the target language.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

• Must be able to qualify on weapons to meet War Zone requirements.

TRAVEL

ONLY CONUS.

OCONUS.

WZ/CONFLICT

• Medically cleared to travel to all areas.

• Willingness to travel to meet changing mission needs – “anywhere, anytime.”

• Must have cultural knowledge and be knowledgeable in current events for their area of expertise.

• All candidates must pass the English test with a score of 80% or above.

• All candidates must provide a copy of their current US passport.

• Core hours are 9AM – 2PM; all candidates must be flexible as office hour requirements may vary depending on the Mission

Requirements

• The qualified candidate will be able to translate and perform consecutive interpretation between the target language and English
• Translation work requires attention to detail and must meet high quality
• standards.
• Each linguist is expected to have expertise in a variety of topics ranging from technical to
• political, as well as military vocabulary; an understanding of a variety of dialects/jargon is a plus.
• Interpretation may include individual meetings or conference-type settings. Work will be performed
• in a fast-paced environment and require flexibility.
• The ability to work well in a team setting is paramount.
• Interpretation – 3 for Arabic and 2+ for Kurdish
• Speaking/Listening/Reading – 4/4/4
• Degree
• College in target- language

Benefits

TLA is proud to offer its teammates perks designed for growth, health, wellness, and financial security. For an impactful career doing meaningful work, we are The Logical Answer in a world where being a consultant often feels like you’re a commodity, TLA provides a refreshing culture of inclusion, a direct line to leadership, and a family feel where our teammates are valued fortheir expertise and contributions. Complementing our employee focus are these benefits, offered as part of your total compensation package:

• Highly competitive salaries afforded by our low overhead and non-physical footprint
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Health, Flexible Spending, and Dependent Care savings account options
• Group life insurance
• Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 6% company match and immediate vesting
• $5,000 annual professional development allowance to keep your skills sharp
• $2,000 annual certification allowance
• $500 health and wellness budget
• Generous referral bonuses as you help expand our talent pool
• Business development bonuses as you share our capabilities throughout your client space
• Team and family events to celebrate camaraderie and share successes
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays
• Twenty (22) days paid time off to use at your discretion (PTO Package Negotiable)