The Work

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Translators must accurately depict cultural sensitivity and clarity.
• Edit and proofread translated documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to legal terminology.
• Must be able to conduct a Quality edit proof process when assigned for review.
• Translators are required to 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’s best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

• High School Diploma or 4 years of experience.
• Fluency in one of the following languages:
• Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Somali.
• Must have one of the following certifications:
• Legal Translation online certifications.
• CTP (Certified Translation Professional).
• ATA (American Translators Association).
• AOC (Administrative Office of the Court).
• Membership to NAJIT ( National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators).
• Experience working in:
• State Department.
• Refugees.
• Court/ Legal setting.
• 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, that can 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

Working Conditions

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

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  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 any applicable federal, state, or local law.