Non-Standard English/ Urban English/Ebonics Speaker
Core
Linguist specializing in Non-Standard English (Urban English/Ebonics) for monitoring, translating, transcribing, and interpreting government agency investigation materials.
Role type
Specialized linguist (Non-Standard English/Ebonics)
Builds
Transcriptions, translations, summaries, and quality control of audio/video/text evidence for government investigations.
Domain
Law enforcement / Government investigations / Linguistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Native or near-native proficiency in Non-Standard English (Urban English/Ebonics), native or near-native proficiency in a foreign language, comprehension of slang and colloquial expressions, legal document comprehension, court testimony capability, high-speed typing (40+ wpm), minimization procedure compliance
Preferred skills
Experience with audio recording equipment, familiarity with social media platforms (WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger), ability to work under pressure
Technologies
Audio recording machines, computerized word processor/data management software
Responsibilities
Monitor, translate, transcribe, and interpret source materials from government investigations; perform quality control on documents; attend minimization briefings and training; testify in court as a Fact Witness; prepare transcriptions of video, audio, and written materials including legal documents and digital communications
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC