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SCA Foreign Language Translator

$45K - $58K/yr

... Chinese Mandarin, Chinese Cantonese, Foochow, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Jamaican Patois, Laotian ... Providing reliable and accurate transcriptions, translation, or interceptions and/or summaries of ...

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Interpreter/Translator

Miami, FL · Remote

$50 - $75/hr

Minimum of one year of professional interpretation and/or translation experience. * Current ... English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Mandarin Chinese, Russian/Croatian. COMPENSATION ...

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How much do chinese legal translation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for chinese legal translation 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 the difference between Chinese Legal Translation vs Chinese Legal Interpreter?

AspectChinese Legal TranslationChinese Legal Interpreter
CredentialsTranslation certifications, legal language expertiseInterpreting certifications, fluency in spoken legal language
Work EnvironmentOffices, translation agencies, legal firmsCourts, legal proceedings, conferences
Industry UsageLegal document translation, contracts, statutesLegal hearings, negotiations, client consultations

Chinese Legal Translation involves converting written legal documents from Chinese to another language or vice versa, focusing on accuracy and legal terminology. Chinese Legal Interpreter facilitates real-time spoken communication during legal proceedings, emphasizing fluency and immediate comprehension. Both roles require legal language knowledge but serve different functions within the legal industry.

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Infographic showing various Chinese Legal Translation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Chinese Reviewer/Editor/Certifier, DOJ LSS

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

Summary: The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Reviewer/Editor/Certifier to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS). Such activities may include the translation of all manner of documents (written and electronic) and video and/or audio media content (e.g., compact discs, .wav files), as well as ancillary services, such as court and deposition interpretation. Source material will contain legal, business, public administrative, medical, scientific, financial, historical, geographical, and military terminology, and concepts, including those dealing with technology as used in the sciences (chemical, physical, cyber)

The specialized terminology used to express concepts in any of the given subject areas usually vary considerably from everyday usage in any of the target or source languages in question. The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature. Materials may be provided to the Contractor in a variety of formats, including electronic or hard copies of books, journal articles, reports, manuscripts, letters, legal documents, memoranda, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets, email correspondence, SMS and MMS messages, and audio or video files.

The substance of the materials may vary widely from highly complex, technical, and specialized information, to very informal, street language and textspeak. Examples of subject matter areas include: medical and autopsy reports; chemical lab reports; bank statements, cryptocurrency transaction tracking, and wire transfers; charging documents, warrants, treaties, statutes, regulations, court decisions, executive decisions, extradition requests, and mutual legal assistance requests; informal communications using coded language, highly time-sensitive treaty or extradition matters, and law enforcement sensitive information. All of the material made available to the Contractor will be considered "sensitive," requiring that strict controls and confidentiality measures are in place at all times.Required Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years of experience accumulated within the past ten years in the required language along with superior skills in English and editing

Qualifying scores ILR 4 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests. Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S. (does not have to be consecutive)

Must have at least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department. Must be a U.S. citizen

Know both English and foreign language vocabularies used in formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication in various contexts, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms. Know specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government's varied roles and missions, as well as possess research and analytical skills to make critical judgments regarding terminology, including expertise in the use of translation resources, monolingual reference materials, and online material. Write in their native language fluently, but still have professional command of the non-native language.

Translate in a manner that is factually and conceptually accurate without changes, omissions, or additions. Preserve the tone and register of source language materials. Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics.

Proficient in using Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, with a strong emphasis on SDL Trados Studio. Clearance: Active Public Trust or higher security clearance Location: Remote / National Capitol Region / Various CONUS Locations Travel: Some travel may be requiredRequired Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years of experience accumulated within the past ten years in the required language along with superior skills in English and editing. Qualifying scores ILR 4 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.

Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S. (does not have to be consecutive). Must have at least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department

Must be a U.S. citizen. Know both English and foreign language vocabularies used in formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication in various contexts, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms

Know specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government's varied roles and missions, as well as possess research and analytical skills to make critical judgments regarding terminology, including expertise in the use of translation resources, monolingual reference materials, and online material. Write in their native language fluently, but still have professional command of the non-native language. Translate in a manner that is factually and conceptually accurate without changes, omissions, or additions.

Preserve the tone and register of source language materials. Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics. Proficient in using Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, with a strong emphasis on SDL Trados Studio.

Clearance: Active Public Trust or higher security clearance Location: Remote / National Capitol Region / Various CONUS Locations Travel: Some travel may be required