Job Description

Dari AND Pashto Linguist

Job Category: Language Services

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

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CACI is seeking TS/SCI Poly-cleared candidates for Dari AND Pashto language professionals to join our prime contract supporting government operations in Fairfax, VA.

What You’ll Get to Do:

This role will enable you to utilize both your linguistic and analytical skills for mission-driven roles. You will translate and/or transcribe intermediate to advanced-level printed materials, including but not limited to: technical manuals, foreign language periodicals, and audio files into correct grammatical American English. You will work either lead or be part of a team of linguists supporting CONUS and/or OCONUS operations.

Education Required:  Bachelor's degree or its equivalent (4 years or more of on-the-job experience in the Specific HLT field)

Testing requirements:  Approved testing, translation and speaking, listening and reading

Years of related experience:  15 years

Work Location:  WMA  -  time to be split between two locations in the WMA area

Language and level required:  Dari (SENIOR) Pashtu (Senior)

Position Description:  

• Accurately translate report/texts in electronic and hard-copy formats that not only contain facts, but also some abstract language showing an ability to capture intended implications and many nuances
• Ability to capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural elements in text

Interpretation:

• Able to interpret accurately.  The ability to consecutive interpretation is needed, but on rare occasions simultaneous interpretation maybe required.  Has a good understanding of one of more regional dialects.

Transcription:

• Review audio or internet materials, transcribes with high degree of accuracy and expression.  Candidate needs to posses excellent English-language written communication skills for preparing reports. 

Additional skills:

• Ability to identify and accurately summarize factual points as well as abstract concepts Web. 
• Must posses computer skills:  including MS Office, to be able to produce written translations and products sufficient internet skills that will allow basic research on the Web
• Excellent English-language skills verbal communication skills to present briefings

• 4 years of HLT-related experience such as Java, Python, HTML highly desired; US immigration experience is highly desired

Tool Familiarity:

Microsoft Office tools & Applications is required

Powerpoint is required

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$78,700 - $165,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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