Text DEA278 to 571.946.7859 to apply by phone.

Locations: DEA Seattle Division - Spokane WA, Portland OR, Bend OR, Boise ID

Work Schedule: Varies. Rotating schedule based on needs of the mission.

Program Overview

The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is to enforce the laws and regulations governing controlled substances and to bring to the criminal and civil justice system those individuals and organizations involved in the growing, manufacture or distribution of controlled substances appearing in or destined for illicit traffic in the United States. While technology plays a major role in the DEA’s efforts, much of its success is increasingly dependent upon rapid and meticulous understanding of foreign languages used in conversations by speakers of languages other than English and in the analysis, translation, transcription and preparation of written documents. One way of meeting this mission is through telephonic monitoring of court ordered nonconsensual intercepts (Pub.L.91-513 Title III), consensual listening devices and other media, and the subsequent analysis, transcription, and translation of recorded material.

Position Summary

LIS Solutions, a leader in Federal language, intelligence, and security support services is seeking Spanish Analytical Linguists. Analytical linguists will be responsible for monitoring, transcribing, translating, interpreting, and analyzing source material assisting law enforcement with their investigations into narco-trafficking, counterfeiting, terrorism, fraud and money laundering.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor: To listen to or read foreign language communications, then subsequently type summaries into the English language
• Transcribe: To render the spoken word of a language into the written form of the same language
• Translate: To render the spoken or written word of one language into the written form of another language
• Interpret: To translate orally either consecutively or simultaneously from source language to target language
• Analyze: To examine methodically and in detail the constitution of information for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

Key Skillsets/Qualifications

• Clear, concise, effective written and spoken communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to summarize and translate audio and text, including slang and colloquialisms, in a real time manner
• Demonstrate prior interpreting and/or translating experience in a professional or personal setting
• Adequately prioritize tasks while demonstrating attention to detail and organization skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, text message terminology in English and Spanish
• Typing abilities to exceed 40 words per minute
• Capable of adapting well under pressure and functioning cohesively in a team environment
• Availability to work a rotating schedule
• Candidates must pass writing, reading, listening, and speaking language tests in English and Spanish
• Availability to work full time locally and travel outside your area for extended periods a plus

Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. They include the ability to talk, hear, see, sit for extended periods of time, use hands and fingers to handle and manipulate keys on a keyboard or telephone pad, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position described.