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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for kurdish language in the United States is $58,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in a Kurdish Language role, you need fluency in Kurdish and English, strong written and verbal communication abilities, and often a degree in linguistics, translation, or a related field. Familiarity with CAT tools, transcription software, or interpreting platforms, and relevant certifications such as ATA or CI/CT are commonly required. Cultural awareness, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills help professionals provide accurate and context-sensitive language services. These skills are vital to ensure high-quality communication, maintain accuracy, and effectively bridge language barriers in diverse settings.

What are typical daily tasks for someone working in a Kurdish Language specialist role?

As a Kurdish Language specialist, your daily tasks may include translating documents, interpreting in meetings or appointments, localizing content, and reviewing written materials for accuracy and context. You may also handle communication between Kurdish-speaking clients and non-Kurdish speakers, prepare reports, or provide cultural consulting to ensure messages are delivered appropriately. These tasks often require collaboration with other linguists, project managers, and subject matter experts. The variety in assignments keeps the role engaging while helping organizations serve Kurdish-speaking communities more effectively.

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A Kurdish Language job involves using Kurdish language skills in various professional settings such as translation, interpretation, teaching, content creation, or customer support. These roles may require fluency in different Kurdish dialects, including Kurmanji and Sorani, depending on the job's needs. Professionals in this field often work in education, government, media, healthcare, or international organizations.

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Infographic showing various Kurdish Language job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 2% Physical, and 98% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $58,498 per year, or $28.1 per hour.
Kurdish (Sorani) with Arabic Linguist - Travel Only (2024-0030)

Kurdish (Sorani) with Arabic Linguist - Travel Only (2024-0030)

Acclaim Technical Services

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology 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 a Kurdish (Sorani) with Arabic Linguist - (US Citizenship required) to join our team working in Reston, VA. You will be on 100% travel CONUS /OCONUS and will be responsible for translating documents into English and providing consecutive interpretation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Broader variety of language-related tasks, to include triage, gisting, and transcription of audio/video materials.
  • Utilize knowledge of the cultural milieu in the Kurdish (Sorani) with Arabic world in order to properly render abstract language and idioms.
  • Previous work experience with the USG and/or military as a linguist is helpful, but is not a requirement.
  • Applicants must have a willingness to travel worldwide, to include warzones and austere locations, in support to the US Government at any time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • US Citizenship
  • BA/BS Degree strongly desired
  • Candidates must be proficient at a Level 3 on the ILR scale, or an equivalent, signifying "professional performance," in translation, speaking, and listening
  • Excellent Target Language and English skills
  • Willingness to travel a minimum of 50% of the year to locations worldwide, to include warzones

PREFERRED SKILLS
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Ability to give/receive constructive feedback on translation reviews
  • Ability to type no less than 45wpm in English and in the target language
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Must be able to qualify on weapons to meet warzone requirements
  • Medically fit to travel to all areas
  • Willingness to travel to meet changing mission needs - "anywhere, anytime"
  • Must have cultural knowledge and be knowledgeable in current events for their area of expertise
  • All candidates must pass the English test with a score of 75% or above
  • All candidates must provide a copy of their current US passport

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT
ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

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