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Thai Language Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

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$54.5K

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How much do thai language jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for thai language in Ohio is $54,545.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,600.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Thai Language?

A Thai Language job typically involves using Thai language skills for translation, interpretation, customer support, content creation, or teaching. These roles can be found in industries such as tourism, business, education, and media. Some positions may require fluency in both Thai and another language, such as English, to facilitate communication between different parties.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Thai Language professional?

Daily responsibilities for a Thai Language professional may include translating documents, interpreting spoken communication, creating or editing Thai-language content, and conducting language instruction or tutoring sessions. You might also be responsible for localizing products or services for the Thai market, proofreading materials, or supporting clients in cross-cultural communication. Collaboration with project managers, other linguists, or educators is common, depending on the industry and your specific role. Staying current with language trends, terminology, and tools is also an important part of the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Thai Language position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Thai Language role, you need native or near-native fluency in Thai, strong reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities, and often a relevant degree or professional certification in linguistics, translation, or teaching. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, language assessment platforms, or digital classroom software is often expected, depending on the specialization. Excellent cross-cultural communication, attention to detail, and adaptability make candidates stand out in this field. These skills are essential for ensuring high-quality language services, whether in translation, interpretation, teaching, or content localization.

Infographic showing various Thai Language job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,545 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Thai Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

Continental, OH • On-site

WorldWide Language Resources
Translation Services • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job Title
Thai 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 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
Thai (pending client position/ready state)
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen
Clearance
Active - Secret or Top Secret