Tamil Linguist

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About the job

At ITA International, we’re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.

With a global presence and a passionate team of over 300 ITAers, we’re driven by mission success for our customers, “In The Arena.” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering – enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.

Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” We’re here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.

ITA is seeking a Tamil Linguist to join the team in Qatar.

Please note this opportunity is contingent upon position availability.

Perform transcription, translation, and interpretation from a variety of sources that is accurate, complete, and accurate.

Services Translation, Transcription, and Interpretation. The Candidate will provide rapid recruitment and positioning of foreign language interpretation and translation/transcription services in the Specified Contract Required Language(s) (SCRL) to support user requirements.

Translation The Candidate will provide translations of aural, videotape, and/or other sources from one language into another language, with the meaning and intent of the original source preserved. Services will include transcription of aural sources in an SCRL by technically qualified and experienced translators at the level of competency required. Unless otherwise proscribed, transcribers will (1) listen or view the material and comprehend the SCRL language, (2) write comprehensibly in English and/or an SCRL language(s), and (3) choose the equivalent expression in English that both fully conveys and best matches the meaning intended in the SCRL language.

Transcription The Candidate will provide written translations of source texts in one language into another language, as identified above, with the meaning and intent of the original text (Translation). Services will include translation of documentation by technically qualified and experienced translators at the level of competency required. Unless otherwise proscribed, translators will (1) read and comprehend the SCRL language, (2) write comprehensibly in one of the source SCRL languages, and (3) choose the equivalent expression into the required SCRL language that both fully conveys and best matches the meaning intended in the source SCRL language (referred to as congruity judgment).

• Possess a current passport (passport will be at individual or Candidate expense).
• Pass a standard physical examination that includes, at a minimum medical history, height, weight, blood pressure, HIV antibody and chest X-ray.
• Be physically capable of performing duties, functions and activities as outlined in this PWS.
• Comply with all security requirements.
• Comply with necessary CENTCOM clearance, training, immunizations and medical requirements
• Candidate personnel will be free from any communicable diseases and in general good health.
• Candidate will possess binocular vision correctable to 20/30 (Snellen) and be free of color blindness.
• Candidate will be capable of hearing ordinary conversation at 15 feet with either ear, with or without the benefit of a hearing aid.
• Interpretation The Candidate will have a command of English and the SCRL languages as delineated in the qualifications below
• The interpreter must be able to (1) comprehend the SCRL language as spoken and written, (2) speak both of the SCRL required language(s) and English, (3) choose an expression in English that fully conveys and best matches the meaning of the source (SCRL) language, (4) have familiarity with the cultural context of both the SCRL and English, (5) have knowledge of terminology in specialized fields, (6) observe protocols applicable to different settings, and (7) master the modes applicable to these settings
• Qualifications Must be Category Il (CAT Il, SECRET), and have a minimum Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) level three (3) proficiency in their SCRL.

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.