Linguist Spanish Mexican

Title: Linguist - (Spanish Mexican)

Location: Tucson, AZ;
Los Angeles CA;
Phoenix AZ;
Chicago, IL;
Detroit, MI;
Rancho Cordova, CA, San Antonio, TX

Security Clearance: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)

Schedule: Monday-Friday 40/hrs a week

Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)

Hourly: $28.73

Travel: Travel to client sites is required

KACE delivers technology-enabled mission services that advance public health, public safety and national security, combining our large-scale operational capabilities with advanced technologies and data insights to meet the government’s most complex challenges. At KACE, purpose and service are at the heart of everything we do, and every role plays a part in the mission. Our employees bring a wide range of skills, experiences and perspectives to the critical government operations we support, making a measurable impact every day.

This is purpose-driven work, and we are committed to delivering a workforce that is mission-focused, accountable, and dedicated to advancing the nation’s safety, security and performance. We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work! This is an honor that reflects the voices of our employees and the culture we’ve built together. This certification recognizes our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered.

At KACE, being a Great Place to Work means we prioritize professional growth, celebrate achievements, encourage collaboration, and foster an environment where innovation thrives. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!

Our Linguists perform real-time and/or recorded transcription from Spanish into English to support sensitive law enforcement work. They capture accurate, court-ready written products; identify, decode, and document colloquialisms, slang, and coded language; and extract pertinent information to communicate effectively with law enforcement personnel. The ideal candidate will be client-facing with strong interpersonal and professional communication skills, able to represent the program in a professional manner.

Preference will be given to a seasoned, highly experienced linguist who can work independently and maintain the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism.

• Listen to live or recorded communications in Spanish and produce verbal and written synopses and transcriptions and translations as required by the project.
• Communicate pertinent information to the Client (law enforcement personnel) in a timely manner during.
• Build and maintain a master list of slang terms and codes used by a group or organization for the duration of the project or case.
• Build and maintain players list by group or organization for the duration of each project or case.
• Build and maintain a voice library throughout the project.
• Transcribe and translate pertinent recorded audio files and documents, producing court-ready (accurate, clearly formatted, and complete) transcriptions per project standards.
• Use project reference tools and materials to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Operate specialized government-provided software and equipment (e.g., JSI voice box, Pen-Link, Comverse, Cellebrite).
• Ability to transcribe and translate a minimum of 18-22 minutes of recorded audio files in an 8 hours shift.
• Maintain and submit daily productivity log.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of translation experience in the required language.
• Knowledge of Spanish colloquialisms, slang terms, and regional expressions.
• Familiarity with SMS…