Job Description

Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements in Kuwait. Responsibilities: * Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation of Russian into English * Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English Russian and vice versa * Work and travel in austere environments * Provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents * Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents * Other related tasks as assigned * Must have proficiency in Russian and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)-Native proficiency preferred * Extensive knowledge of Russian culture with previous work in the region-Native familiarity preferred * Experience interpreting and translating Russian into English * Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary, rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanation * Familiarity with the local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace * Must be a U.S. citizen * Clearance Required: Secret * Important note: the Government requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for this program before deploying. Therefore, a requirement of this position is the ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Req. 23-2637 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Full-time