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Overview The Linguist position is a full-time position enhancing operational reach, situational ... Tagalog * Must possess a Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) score of 4/4 (reading and ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time tagalog linguist in the United States is $54.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.88 and $73.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Tagalog Linguist vs Part Time Tagalog Translator?

AspectFull Time Tagalog LinguistPart Time Tagalog Translator
CredentialsLanguage degree or certification, linguistic trainingTranslation certification or experience preferred
Work EnvironmentIn-house or remote, full-time scheduleFreelance or part-time, flexible hours
Industry UsageEmployers, government agencies, corporationsFreelance clients, translation agencies

The Full Time Tagalog Linguist typically works full-time for an employer, focusing on linguistic analysis, language development, or interpretation. In contrast, a Part Time Tagalog Translator usually works on translation projects with flexible hours, often as a freelancer. Both roles require strong language skills and relevant certifications, but the full-time position offers more stability and consistent work, while the part-time role provides flexibility and diverse projects.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Tagalog Linguist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,249 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Tagalog Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

WorldWide Language Resources

Continental, OH • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Job Title
Tagalog Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)
Location
Continental United States - , US (Primary)
Outside Continental United States - , NC 28301 US
Job Type
Regular, Full-time
Category
Linguist/Interpreter/Translator
Job Description
WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; WorldWide reaffirms its long-standing commitment to equality of opportunity in every aspect of employment. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship, from applicant to candidate to employee, are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.
  • You may be assigned to a specific country but understand due to mission requirements you may be temporarily or indefinitely assigned to a neighboring country.
  • Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as the mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change.
  • Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately.
  • Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel.
  • Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
  • Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress.
  • All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties.
  • Read, write, listen and speak with clear, concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide language or dialect specific translations using correct structure of sentences in the required language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of on-going conversations and activities. Position may include, but is not limited to: DOCEX, VERBAL TRANSLATION, AUDIO TRANSLATION, TRAIN/SUSTAIN OPERATIONS.
  • Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements.
  • Work and living conditions may be in extreme, austere, harsh conditions and is deployed to inherent overseas country(ies) that may be possible war zones and have considerable risk as part of the assignment

Phased Hiring Process: once pre-screening begins for an open opportunity, you must pass/obtain/maintain...
  • Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results
  • U.S. citizen
  • Prefer candidates with active C3 Top Secret personnel security clearance; may consider those with active C2 Secret level
  • Passing of read/write/listen/speak evaluations for the required language(s), may take multiple evaluations pre- and post-employment
  • Vetting by our client(s) which could include a polygraph test, as applicable
  • Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force
  • Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required

Languages Required
Tagalog (pending client position/ready state)
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen
Clearance
Active - Secret or Top Secret