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Wycliffe Bible Translators

Gift Processor

Orlando, FL

$15 - $19.25/hr

You will play a pivotal role in supporting Bible translation efforts worldwide, fostering relationships with ministry partners and making them feel valued and appreciated. By upholding a culture of ...

Wycliffe Bible Translators

Gift Processor

Orlando, FL · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

You will play a pivotal role in supporting Bible translation efforts worldwide, fostering relationships with ministry partners and making them feel valued and appreciated. By upholding a culture of ...

Pioneer Bible Translators

Typesetter

Dallas, TX · On-site

Typesetting is a critical piece of the Bible Translation picture. The typesetter takes the translated Scriptures and formats them to get them into the hands of people. Passions: * Loving people ...

Pioneer Bible Translators

Media

Dallas, TX · On-site

Work well as a team Media Team members share the communications of Pioneer Bible Translators and its missionaries through the use of videos, photos, and podcasts for delivery on the web, social media ...

Pioneer Bible Translators

Administrative Assistant

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Ability to multi-task Administrative Assistants support the work of Bible translation by providing support to various departments. They handle office tasks such as scheduling meetings, responding to ...

Pioneer Bible Translators

Teacher

Dallas, TX · On-site

Advancing the gospel through supporting Bible translation and church planting ministries Skills: * Ability to teach a wide age range of children and a variety of curricula * Tolerance and creativity ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for bible translator in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Bible Translator job?

A Bible Translator is responsible for translating the Bible from its original languages (Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek) into another language while maintaining accuracy, clarity, and readability. This role requires deep knowledge of biblical texts, linguistics, and cultural contexts to ensure faithful translation. Bible Translators often work with scholars, native speakers, and translation teams to produce versions that are both linguistically and theologically sound. Their work helps make the Bible accessible to people in their native languages, sometimes for the first time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Bible Translator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bible Translator, you need fluency in both the source and target languages, a deep understanding of biblical texts, and a background in linguistics or theology—ideally demonstrated by a relevant degree. Familiarity with translation software, corpus management tools, and sometimes certification from recognized translation or missionary organizations is important. Cultural sensitivity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills are essential soft skills for this position. These qualifications ensure accurate, culturally appropriate translations and contribute to meaningful, effective communication of biblical texts.

What are some common challenges faced by Bible Translators in their daily work?

Bible Translators often contend with complex linguistic and cultural issues, such as finding equivalent expressions for ancient concepts or idioms in modern languages. They may also face challenges related to limited written resources in the target language, requiring creative collaboration with local speakers and linguists. Additionally, translators often work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including exegetical consultants and cultural advisors, to ensure accuracy and relevance of the translation. Managing project timelines and maintaining consistency across large biblical texts are also significant parts of the role. Overcoming these challenges is essential for producing translations that are both faithful to the original text and understandable to the target audience.

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Translation Specialist

Translation Specialist

Pioneer Bible Translators

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Translation Specialists work alongside nationals to translate God's Word into the local language in an accurate, clear, and natural way.
Passions:
  • A deep love of the Word of God
  • A commitment to the accurate portrayal of God's message through the Bible
  • A vision to see the least-reached people of the world transformed by God's Word

Skills:
  • Knowledge of Biblical languages and translation principles
  • A sharp, quick analytical mind to make wise translation decisions and deal with huge amounts of data
  • Strong language learning skills and communication ability

Translation specialists train and empower local people to translate the Bible into their own language. During training, they study Biblical languages, linguistics, and translation principles. On the field, they are language and culture learners as they build relationships and gain insight into the community in which they work. They help coordinate the translation process, training and facilitating the efforts of local translators from rough drafts through checking to publication and distribution.
Most of our teammates raise support on behalf of Pioneer Bible Translators for their ministry roles. Support raising is not about money - it's about prayerfully inviting people everywhere to participate in what God is doing to fulfill His mission.
We provide training to help you:
  • Gain confidence in communicating the Biblical foundation for living on support, asking others to invest, and understanding " The God Ask ."
  • Learn best practices and gain confidence in sharing your presentation.
  • Rehearse with your peers and make real calls for appointments.
  • Experience the value of meeting face to face with people and asking for support.
  • Discover how to cultivate lasting relationships with your supporters.

We will work with you to develop a budget based on your ministry role, where you're going, and your family's personal needs. Our goal is for you to be adequately funded to maximize the fruitfulness of your ministry and your family.

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