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French /Hausa

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Homeland Language Services

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Agropur

Operations Trainer - Translator

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$48K - $62K/yr

Translate material(s) or conversation into appropriate language. * Ensure onboarding experience is ... Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses ...

Agropur

Operations Trainer - Translator

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

$48K - $62K/yr

Translate material(s) or conversation into appropriate language. * Ensure onboarding experience is ... Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses ...

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Professional Translator - Diplomatic and Government Services - Washington, DC

Washington, DC • On-site

CLFC Healthcare and Communications
51 - 200 employees
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$43 - $52/hr

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Professional Translator - Diplomatic and Government Services | Washington, DC
Independent Contractor | $43 - $52/hour | Flexible Scheduling
Why Translators Choose CLFC
CLFC Healthcare & Communications connects elite language professionals with high-impact government assignments that make a real difference in international diplomacy and public service. We offer competitive rates that reflect your specialized expertise, meaningful assignments with federal agencies, and a professional support team that handles administrative details so you can focus on delivering precise, culturally nuanced translations.
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
  • Competitive Pay: $43 - $52/hour for professional translation services supporting government operations
  • High-Impact Work: Your translations directly support diplomatic communications, policy documents, and international relations
  • Washington, DC Base: Work in the heart of the diplomatic community with access to premier government agencies
  • Professional Growth: Build your portfolio with government-level translation work that demonstrates the highest standards of accuracy and cultural competence
  • Flexible Schedule: Contract assignments with scheduling flexibility that respects your professional autonomy
  • Nationwide Network: Join a national team of 200+ language professionals with opportunities across multiple federal contracts
  • Full Administrative Support: CLFC handles credentialing, scheduling, and invoicing so you can focus on translation

The Role
CLFC Healthcare & Communications is seeking 2 Professional Translators for government services assignments based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. You will provide expert written translation services supporting diplomatic, administrative, and operational communications for federal government agencies. This position requires fluency in Arabic (Modern Standard Arabic and/or Algerian Arabic/Darja) and English, with demonstrated ability to produce accurate, culturally appropriate translations of complex government documents.
What You Will Do
  • Document Translation: Translate official correspondence, policy documents, reports, and administrative materials between Arabic and English
  • Diplomatic Communications: Support translation of diplomatic cables, memoranda, and briefing materials with precision and cultural sensitivity
  • Technical Translation: Handle specialized terminology in legal, political, economic, and administrative contexts
  • Quality Assurance: Review and proofread translated materials for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to government style guides
  • Cultural Consultation: Provide cultural context and guidance to ensure communications are appropriate for target audiences
  • Terminology Management: Maintain glossaries and translation memories for consistency across documents and projects

What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
  • Native or near-native fluency in Arabic (Modern Standard Arabic required; Algerian Arabic/Darja strongly preferred)
  • Native or near-native fluency in English
  • Minimum 2 years of professional translation experience
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex documents accurately and efficiently
  • Must be eligible for government security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency

Preferred Qualifications:
  • ATA (American Translators Association) certification in Arabic-English
  • Experience with government or diplomatic translation
  • Familiarity with North African Arabic dialects
  • Active or recent government security clearance
  • Experience with CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools
  • Additional language proficiency (French, Berber/Tamazight)

Compensation Details
  • Rate: $43 - $52/hour, commensurate with certification level and experience
  • Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
  • Schedule: Flexible, based on assignment availability and project deadlines
  • Payment: Reliable, timely compensation with streamlined invoicing

About CLFC Healthcare & Communications
CLFC Healthcare & Communications is a nationwide provider of healthcare staffing and language access services supporting federal, state, and local government agencies. With 500+ healthcare professionals and 200+ interpreters and translators deployed across the country, CLFC delivers critical communication services that connect communities and governments worldwide. CLFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CLFC Healthcare & Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Ready to put your language skills to work for the nation? Apply today and join a team that values precision, cultural expertise, and professional excellence.

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