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Entry Level Arabic Translator Government Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SCA Foreign Language Translator

$45K - $58K/yr

... Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, Chinese Cantonese, Foochow, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Jamaican Patois ... At the Government's expense, attend sponsored training pertaining to the operation and upgrade of ...

Yemeni Arabic Interpreter

$70K/yr

... government agencies, and all walks of business. As an interpreter, you will receive training that ... This position does not involve written translation however translators and other skilled linguists ...

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How much do entry level arabic translator government jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level arabic translator government in the United States is $23.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Arabic Translator Government vs Entry Level Arabic Translator Non-Government?

AspectEntry Level Arabic Translator GovernmentEntry Level Arabic Translator Non-Government
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant translation certification or degreeOften requires similar credentials, but may accept language proficiency tests
Work EnvironmentGovernment offices, official agencies, diplomatic settingsPrivate companies, NGOs, translation agencies
Employer & Industry UsagePublic sector, government departments, diplomatic missionsPrivate sector, international organizations, media
Search & Comparison IntentOften searched for comparing government translation roles with private sectorCommonly compared with government roles for salary, benefits, and job stability

In summary, Entry Level Arabic Translator Government roles focus on public sector and official settings, often requiring specific certifications and offering stable employment. Entry Level Arabic Translator Non-Government positions are found in private companies and NGOs, with similar credential requirements but potentially more diverse work environments and opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Arabic Translator Government job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,096 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Arabic Linguist - Travel (2026-0001) with Security Clearance

Acclaim Technical Services

Reston, VA • On-site

$65.58 - $105.64/hr

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Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language and intelligence services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow. We are actively hiring an Arabic Travel Linguist with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to join our team working in Reston, VA. You will be responsible for supporting a government agency and your office with translation, transcription, and/or interpretation services. You will be on 100% travel CONUS /OCONUS and will be responsible for translating documents into English and providing consecutive interpretation. RESPONSIBILITIES * Linguists shall be required to be on the Travel Team/Travel Only program * Linguists will translate and perform consecutive interpretation REQ UIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph * College education in target language * Interpretation between source and target languages * Translation into English and source language * Editing and Quality Control of language products * Workflow management * Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise * Subject Matter Expertise in Religion, Science and technology and Sponsor Operations areas of focus PREFERRED SKILLS * Terminology Management * Translation Related Services (TRS) * Triage * Language Training * Subject Matter Expertise in Counter-proliferation, Counterterrorism, Legal/Law, Military, Narcotics, Religion, Science & Technology, Cyber, Economics and Geospatial areas of focus. The hourly pay rate for these position will range from $65.58 - $105.64.