Arabic and Farsi Linguist CAT II - NAVCENT
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Government
Data Security
Linguists will support to U.S. Army operations in Bahrainas Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in their assigned area of responsibility, providing cultural perspective and understanding of the region's historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to select members of the senior leadership staff.
Principal Responsibilities of the Position- Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meeting, and conferences.
- Transcribe and analyze verbal communications.
- Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must possess excellent command of BOTHArabic and Persian-Farsi (target languages) &English verbal skills;
Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency level3 in target language and proficiency level 2+ in English-based on oral language skills examination, and 2+ for English reading comprehension. - Must hold a current U.S. passport. (Or apply as soon as accepted into the program).
- Must possess an active
Secret clearance for access to classified information or be granted one prior to deployment. - Must be willing to work in Bahrain and aboard Navy vessels for up to a few weeks at a time.
- Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours in support of 24 x 7 operations.
- Must have familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
- Must undergo medical examination and meet Army MOD
15 requirements.
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