Position Type: Contingency HireLocation: Nationwide (Remote or Secure Facility-Based)Clearance Level: Must be eligible for U.S. Government security clearance
Job Summary:
Global Impact Group LLC is seeking highly experienced Validation Linguists / Reviewers for contingency hire, pending contract award. This senior-level role is critical to ensuring the accuracy, fidelity, and legal admissibility of translated and transcribed content produced for law enforcement and judicial operations. The ideal candidate will possess expert-level language proficiency, acute attention to legal and evidentiary detail, and demonstrated experience in linguistic quality assurance (QA).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform second-level quality assurance review of translations and transcriptions across various media (documents, audio, video).
- Verify accuracy, completeness, formatting, and contextual integrity in compliance with legal and evidentiary standards.
- Identify and correct linguistic, syntactic, cultural, and idiomatic inconsistencies while preserving the original tone and intent.
- Ensure all reviewed materials are court-admissible and formatted according to agency or law enforcement specifications.
- Provide clear written feedback to first-pass linguists and participate in QA resolution cycles.
- Support linguist training and continuous improvement initiatives with insight from review trends.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and handle classified/sensitive content according to federal protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:
- ILR Level 4+ proficiency in both English and at least one foreign language (certification or testing evidence required).
- At least 5 years of professional experience as a senior translator, transcriptionist, or QA linguist.
- Prior experience validating documents for court proceedings, DEA operations, or federal investigations.
- Mastery of legal terminology, transcription conventions, and chain-of-custody formatting protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to detect and correct nuanced linguistic, cultural, or formatting issues in sensitive material.
Languages in Demand:
Languages vary based on caseload. High-demand needs typically include:
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Mandarin
- Russian
- Farsi
- Pashto
- French
- Haitian Creole
- Vietnamese
- Other mission-critical languages as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting federal agencies such as DEA, DOJ, FBI, DHS, or immigration courts.
- Certification in translation or interpretation from ATA, NAJIT, or federal/state programs.
- Familiarity with linguistic QA tools and version-controlled editing workflows.
- Prior experience mentoring linguists or contributing to QA training protocols.
Conditions of Employment:
- Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of a federal background check.
- Must be eligible to handle classified documents and work in secure environments (on-site or remote).
- Flexible availability is preferred, including potential for high-volume review cycles.
Global Impact Group LLC is committed to excellence in linguist services that meet the highest standards of quality, security, and legal integrity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from senior linguists across all language backgrounds.
Flexible work from home options available.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Global Impact Group LLC is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned enterprise based in Raleigh, North Carolina, providing innovative and quality-driven solutions in Staffing, Language Services, Consulting, Janitorial, and Employment Placement. As an ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified firm, we serve government, healthcare, education, and corporate clients with excellence, efficiency, and cultural competence. Our mission is to deliver tailored services that empower individuals, strengthen organizations, and create lasting impact in the communities we serve.