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Telugu Translator, DOJ LSS

Washington, DC · On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Telugu Translator to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS)

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How much do telugu interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for telugu interpreter in the United States is $64,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Telugu interpreter?

A Telugu Interpreter facilitates communication between Telugu and non-Telugu speakers by accurately translating spoken or written content. They work in various settings, such as healthcare, legal, business, or community services, ensuring clarity and cultural accuracy. Interpreters must have fluency in both Telugu and the target language, along with strong listening and communication skills. Their role is essential in bridging language barriers and enabling effective conversations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Telugu interpreter?

To thrive as a Telugu Interpreter, you need fluency in both Telugu and the target language (often English), strong listening and comprehension abilities, and a background in linguistics or relevant certification. Familiarity with interpretation tools such as headsets, teleconferencing platforms, and translation memory software is beneficial, and certifications like the Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI) or court interpreter credentials can enhance your qualifications. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence help interpreters manage sensitive information and foster clear communication. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate, contextually appropriate translations and building trust between parties in various professional settings.

What types of work environments and industries commonly employ Telugu interpreters?

Telugu Interpreters can find opportunities across a range of settings, including healthcare facilities, legal offices, educational institutions, government agencies, and corporate meetings or conferences. Depending on the employer, the work environment may involve in-person interpretation, over-the-phone (OPI), or video remote interpreting (VRI). Interpreters may work independently, as part of a language services team, or alongside professionals like doctors, lawyers, and social workers. This diversity allows interpreters to specialize in sectors aligned with their interests, gain broad exposure to different fields, and develop expertise that can lead to advancement or specialized certification.

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Infographic showing various Telugu Interpreter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,020 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Telugu Translator, DOJ LSS

The Unconventional

Washington, DC • On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are a committed team of dedicated former military and civilian professionals who believe in providing ethical and quality services to Government customers. Our leadership team is composed primarily of Veterans who are now serving in a corporate environment rather than in uniform. Our customer's missions become our own and we are committed to working as a team to achieve success. Because of the depth and experiences of our corporate leadership, we can assure all our customers that "we will do what we say we can do" and will focus on our customer's missions rather than corporate goals. Our business model is based on a personal commitment from our leaders to maintain contact with our customers to continually and consistently gauge our performance. Yorktown Systems Group was founded on the idea that providing quality and ethical services with a laser focus on our customer's goals is an effective long-term business model. Our mission, therefore, is to help our customers meet their requirements and goals. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This provision shall not apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of such employee's essential job functions discloses the compensation of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless such disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or is consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. The Unconventional, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.
Job Title
Telugu Translator, DOJ LSS
Location
National Capital Region (NCR) - Washington, DC 20540 US (Primary)
Job Description
Summary:
The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Telugu Translator to support the Department of Justice (DOJ) with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription and other Linguistic Support Services (LSS). Such activities may include the translation of all manner of documents (written and electronic) and video and/or audio media content (e.g., compact discs, .wav files), as well as ancillary services, such as court and deposition interpretation. Source material will contain legal, business, public administrative, medical, scientific, financial, historical, geographical, and military terminology, and concepts, including those dealing with technology as used in the sciences (chemical, physical, cyber). The specialized terminology used to express concepts in any of the given subject areas usually vary considerably from everyday usage in any of the target or source languages in question.
The material to be translated, transcribed, or interpreted is legal in nature. Materials may be provided to the Contractor in a variety of formats, including electronic or hard copies of books, journal articles, reports, manuscripts, letters, legal documents, memoranda, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets, email correspondence, SMS and MMS messages, and audio or video files. The substance of the materials may vary widely from highly complex, technical, and specialized information, to very informal, street language and textspeak. Examples of subject matter areas include: medical and autopsy reports; chemical lab reports; bank statements, cryptocurrency transaction tracking, and wire transfers; charging documents, warrants, treaties, statutes, regulations, court decisions, executive decisions, extradition requests, and mutual legal assistance requests; informal communications using coded language, highly time-sensitive treaty or extradition matters, and law enforcement sensitive information.
All of the material made available to the Contractor will be considered "sensitive," requiring that strict controls and confidentiality measures are in place at all times.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in translation.
  • Qualifying scores ILR 3 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.
  • Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S. (does not have to be consecutive).
  • Must have at least 1 year of experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Know both English and foreign language vocabularies used in formal, legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual modes of communication in various contexts, including colloquial slang, idiosyncratic slang, and regionalisms.
  • Know specialized vocabulary (and terminology) in both English and the foreign language related to the Government's varied roles and missions, as well as possess research and analytical skills to make critical judgments regarding terminology, including expertise in the use of translation resources, monolingual reference materials, and online material.
  • Write in their native language fluently, but still have professional command of the non-native language.
  • Translate in a manner that is factually and conceptually accurate without changes, omissions, or additions.
  • Preserve the tone and register of source language materials.
  • Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics.
  • Proficient in using Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, with a strong emphasis on SDL Trados Studio.

Clearance: Active Public Trust or higher security clearance
Location: Remote / National Capitol Region / Various CONUS Locations
Travel: Some travel may be required
Security Clearance
Travel
Some travel may be required
Job Type
Part-time
Exemption Type
Non-Exempt
Category
Contractors
EEO STATEMENT Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, any other non-merit-based factor, or other characteristics protected by law. As part of the company's equal employment opportunity policy, Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries, will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. The Unconventional, LLC. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.