Multicultural Communications Specialist​/Linguist; work from home

Overview

Join the American Red Cross where your career can be a force for good. The organization is a humanitarian network focused on alleviating human suffering in emergencies. The work location for this opportunity is virtual, 100% remote from home, with a preference for East Coast hours. Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) are required for this role.

Position
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Multicultural Communications Specialist with a primary focus on Spanish language services to support translation, quality, and volunteer linguist roster across the organization. The role translates, proofs, and reviews Spanish-language materials and partners with Volunteer Services to execute the Multicultural Communications volunteer strategy.

Note: The American Red Cross does not sponsor employment visas at this time. Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Translate Spanish-language materials on an ongoing basis, including everyday operational, programmatic, and communications content.
• Perform machine translation post-editing (MTPE) of Spanish content to ensure professional linguistic quality.
• Proofread and review Spanish translations for linguistic accuracy, consistency, tone, and adherence to the style guide and terminology.
• Perform linguistic quality assurance (LQA) reviews and provide clear, constructive feedback aligned with translation standards.
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and application of Spanish style guides, glossaries, and linguistic standards.
• Support basic desktop publishing (DTP) tasks including layout and formatting verification in collaboration with graphic designers.
• Collaborate with the Multicultural Communications Manager to ensure quality, consistency, and efficient workflows.
• Volunteer management process:
  • Support evaluation and screening of volunteer linguists based on language proficiency and translation skills.
  • Assist with onboarding and training of volunteer linguists, including participation in training sessions and ongoing development activities.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for volunteer linguists, including revisions, feedback, and quality discussions.

Required:


Bilingual in Spanish and English
. The work location is virtual; candidates may be located anywhere in the United States with a preference for East Coast hours. Education and experience details are listed below.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required (preferred in translation, linguistics, or language studies).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Linguists must demonstrate:
  Translation competence; linguistic and textual competence in both source and target languages; research and information acquisition competence; cultural competence; technical competence; domain competence.

Preferred:

• American Translators Association (ATA) certification - English into Spanish.
• Experience in volunteer services, recruitment, engagement, or management.
• Strong understanding of multicultural communication strategies and diverse audience engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively and independently in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with community engagement initiatives and multicultural outreach.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $60,000–$70,000. Note that salaries are set based on geographic location and location-specific ranges; the posting shows an average. Details will be shared during phone screening based on location and qualifications.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision;
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts; PTO starting at 15 days/year; 11 paid holidays; 401(k) with 6% match;
Paid Family Leave;
Employee Assistance; disability and insurance options; service awards and recognition.

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Equal Opportunity Employer statement and non-discrimination policy retained. Protected characteristic and fair chance policies apply in accordance with applicable laws. Ameri Corps and EONS information (-emphasizing partnerships) may be referenced in relation to the organization’s network and service opportunities. For volunteering information, visit redcross.org/volunteer today.

How to Apply: Apply now. This role will be posted for a minimum of five business days and may be extended if needed.

Note:

relocation assistance is not provided.

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