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JTG, inc.

Target Language Specialists

Reston, VA · On-site

Reports to Project Manager. Minimum Qualifications * At least 2 years of experience in a language-related field (translation, transcription, teaching, linguistics, or corpus development)

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for language manager in Silver Spring, MD is $77,597.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,599.00 and $97,665.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a language manager?

A Language Manager oversees the localization and translation processes for content, ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and consistency across languages. They collaborate with translators, editors, and product teams to maintain language quality and alignment with brand voice. Their responsibilities often include managing glossaries, overseeing translation workflows, and ensuring compliance with regional standards. This role is critical in global businesses looking to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.

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Language Managers often encounter challenges such as juggling multiple projects with tight deadlines, ensuring consistency and quality across all translations, and managing teams of linguists from diverse cultural backgrounds. They must also stay up-to-date with evolving industry technologies and maintain clear communication with other departments, including product managers and engineers. Despite these challenges, the role offers the rewarding opportunity to shape a company's global voice and facilitate effective communication across markets. Successful Language Managers use strong organizational and interpersonal skills to overcome hurdles and deliver top-quality language solutions.

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To thrive as a Language Manager, you need expertise in linguistics, translation/localization processes, and project management, often supported by a degree in languages or related fields. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, translation management systems (TMS), and industry certifications such as ATA or PMP are highly valued. Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and attention to detail are essential soft skills for success. These competencies ensure high-quality language services and effective coordination across multilingual teams and projects.

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National Foreign Affairs Training Center (formerly FSI) - In-Person Language Instructors and Deve...

ICA Language Services

Arlington, VA

$45 - $50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

ICA Languages Services is actively seeking experienced local Foreign Language Instructors, Distance Learning Mentors, Curriculum Developers, Curriculum Specialists, and Digital Materials Editors for full-time in-person positions at the National Foreign Affairs Training Center (formerly FSI) in Arlington, VA.

We are looking for local candidates for the following languages:

Albanian, Arabic (all dialects), Amharic, Azerbaijani, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Farsi, Finnish, German, Georgian, Greek, Gujarati, Hindi, Haitian Creole, Hausa, Hebrew, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Kazakh, Khmer (Cambodian), Korean, Kurdish (Kurmanji and Sorani), Kyrgyz, Lao, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Mongolian, Montenegrin, Nepali, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian and European), Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog (Filipino), Tajiki, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Tibetan, Turkish, Turkmen, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, and Vietnamese.

If your language is not on the list, please still apply. The requirements often change, and we might have an opportunity for you in the future.

Minimum requirements:

  • Educated native or near-native speaker of the language (preferably level 4 or higher on the ILR proficiency scale).
  • Possess the cultural background of the specific country or geographical region.
  • A minimum English proficiency level of 2/2 on the ILR proficiency scale.
  • Three (3) years of experience teaching adult learners the foreign language they will be providing to NFATC in a classroom setting (2 or more students).
  • One (1) year of experience administering proficiency-based assessments (i.e., NFATC (formerly FSI) test, ACTFL, DLPT, OPI, etc.)
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.)

Please submit your resume if you are interested in joining our team and supporting America’s foreign affairs community.

Applicants must be US citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals authorized to work in the US.

All applications and resumes submitted are for a ready pool of qualified candidates. Your application and resume will be reviewed when there is a requirement for your specific language and qualifications at NFATC (formerly FSI).

ICA Language Services is a women-owned foreign language school that has continuously provided foreign language training and training support services directly to the US Government since 1987.

ICA is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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