Legal Translator- Russian

Overview

The Legal Translator will play a critical role in providing high-quality translation services in the legal field. This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

• Provide written translation services for legal documents including letters, reports, website content, posters, brochures, general information documents, correspondence, etc.
• Preserve the original content, meaning and tone of the document.
• Translate with cultural sensitivity and clarity.
• Edit and proofread translated documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to legal terminology.
• Be able to conduct a quality edit proof process when assigned for review.
• Follow style guides, glossaries, and our clients’ preferences.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all translated materials.
• Stay up to date with legal terminology and industry best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or 4 years of experience.
• Fluency in one of the following languages:
  Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Somali.
• Certification in legal translation online certifications or one of the following: CTP (Certified Translation Professional), ATA (American Translators Association), AOC (Administrative Office of the Court), NAJIT (National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators).
• Experience working in state department, with refugees, court/legal settings, and familiarity with legal terminology; experience with publications.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Must possess problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
• Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
• Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a foreign language, linguistics or a related field.

Reports to: Program Manager

• This position is on-call on an as-needed basis. Interpreters will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs.
• This position requires legal translation within Washington State.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties for extended periods of time.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays and hours outside of normal business hours.

Other duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $45.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.

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Location US-

Remote Yes

Category Language Services

Position Type Full-Time Hourly Non Exempt

Clearance Required None