Translator​/Interpreter; Bilingual​/Spanish

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The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor is seeking a translator/interpreter (Bilingual-Spanish) to work in its Special Investigations Bureau (SIB). SIB works with federal, state, and international law enforcement partners to investigate and prosecute drug trafficking and money laundering organizations active in New York City and elsewhere. Accurate and reliable Spanish language translation and interpretation assistance is critical for SIB to achieve its objectives.

• Accurately translate, interpret, and transcribe Spanish language recorded communications in a timely manner.
• Accurately testify before the grand jury and at trial when required.
• Identify, translate, and interpret Spanish language evidence contained within cellular telephones and other devices.
• Provide accurate simultaneous interpretation during proffers, debriefings, and other meetings with Spanish speaking defendants, witnesses, confidential informants, and others.
• Provide other translation and interpretation services that may arise.

• Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish. Native fluency preferred, but not required.
• Comfort and familiarity with a wide variety of accents, slang, and colloquial language and expressions in Spanish.
• Must be detail oriented and possess knowledge, skills, and ability to produce high-quality work product.
• Ability to meet case related deadlines, often in high‑pressure situations.
• Must be organized and have the ability to respond quickly to assignments.
• Must have the ability to work well with others and in teams.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must possess overall excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and code of ethics for professional responsibilities.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional translation/interpretation experience required.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, all candidates should possess the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, in translation and interpretation; court interpreter certification or 3-5 years of experience in general or legal translation and/or interpretation.
• Court certified.
• Experience with legal terminology.
• Proficiency test will be administered.

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume at  or click “Apply Now” below.
• Due to the number of applications we receive, we are only able to respond to candidates who are selected to participate in the full screening process. We sincerely appreciate all candidates for their interest in working for The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension, 401(k) and more.

• As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and nyc.gov/student loans.

The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

POSTING DATE: 10/24/2025
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