Translator jobs in Tacoma, WA

Translator translates written and spoken information from one language to another. Reads, comprehends, and rewrites materials in designated languages following established linguistic rules related to word meanings, sentence structure, grammar, and punctuation. Being a Translator must be well versed in vocabulary dealing with specialty. Must follow ethical procedures and policies that protect the confidentiality of information. Additionally, Translator may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Translator gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Translator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Chinese Mandarin Interpreter/Translator (CAT II), Remote
  • Yorktown Systems Group
  • Lewis, WA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:


    The Unconventional is seeking exceptionally qualified Chinese Mandarin Interpreter / Translator (CAT II) to provide support with foreign language interpretation, transcription, reporting, and translation services.


    Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:

    • Provide document translation.
    • Shall provide oral interpretation and perform basic to strategic military tactical and administrative clerical work such as drafting correspondence, coordinating meetings, and research as required. Specialized Translator/interpreters will be expected to translate discussions between U.S. and provided/identified military during training.
    • Shall analyze source conversations necessary to accurately document conversations and activities.
    • May be expected to follow units through training lanes and must be able to conduct field operations if required.
    • Shall provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services as required by the supported elements.
    • May be required to travel and be at specified sites depending on mission requirements.
    • Function as an integral member of a team.
    • Perform such other duties as are customarily performed by other persons in similar such positions, as well as such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the employer.




    Required Qualifications:

    • Must have experience and skill in Chinese Mandarin and English translating/interpreting, transcribing and documenting conversation.
    • Professional working proficiency in Chinese Mandarin and English.
    • Must have an industry recognized certification that proves you possess the language proficiency in order to satisfactorily support the resulting contract.
    • Must have experience providing consecutive interpretation services between English and Mandarin Chinese native speakers.
    • Must possess skills to quickly and effectively translate between Mandarin Chinese /English & English/ Mandarin Chinese in a large group setting while discussing one or more topics.
    • Shall have the familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
    • Shall have the ability to function as an integral member of a team of professionals.
    • Able to work for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day up to twelve (12) hours a day, five (5) days per week and may work on official holidays.

    Desired Qualifications:

    • Prior military experience.

    Clearance: SECRET


    Location: Remote


    Travel: OCONUS and CONUS travel may be required.

  • 25 Days Ago

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Program Officer, Vaccines & Biologics, Discovery & Translational Sciences
  • Hiring Now!
  • Seattle, WA
  • The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simpl...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Program Officer, Translational Sciences, Global Health
  • Hiring Now!
  • Seattle, WA
  • The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simpl...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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English/Mixteco Interpreter (OPI)
  • LingoAid
  • North Bend, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Salary: $4.80 - $5.10 Role Description LingoAid is on the lookout for talented contract ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Program Officer, Translational Sciences, Global Health
  • Bill and Melinda Gates foundation
  • Seattle, WA
  • The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simpl...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Greek Translation & Localization Specialist
  • Blueprint Technologies
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Greek Translation & Localization Specialist Bellevue, WA / Remote Who is Blueprint? We are a technology solutions firm h...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Myeloma Disease Lead Translational Medicine
  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Seattle, WA
  • Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But w...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ASL (American Sign Language) Remote Interpreter
  • Propio Language Services
  • Seattle, WA
  • At Propio Language Services we are closing language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative tec...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sign Language Interpreter Educational
  • Amergis
  • Seattle, WA
  • The Educational Sign Language Interpreter supports staff,students, and families by providing interpretation and translat...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...
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