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
• 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

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 for
their 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)