CEC - Translator/Transcriber

JOB SUMMARY:

The Transcriber/Translator transcribes and translates materials including video and audio recordings, written materials, and conversation from Yup’ik to English and English to Yup’ik, facilitating understanding for a variety of audiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Practice Yup’ik orthography (reading and writing).
• Translate and transcribe material from conventions, meetings, presentations, and informal gatherings.
• Attend conferences and meetings and act as official translator to mediate discussion.
• Assist in making transcriptions into useable material.
• Add information as directed to the Atlas website, including text, audio and videos.
• Transcribe and translate Elder’s texts and stories.
• Convert written materials from one language into another, such as books, publications, or web pages.
• Create a new text in the target language that reproduces the content and style of the original.
• Edit and proofread text to accurately reflect language.
• Use dictionaries and glossaries for reference.
• Employ computer-assisted translation.
• Facilitate communication for those with limited English proficiency.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships by working with groups, organizations, and partners.
• Participate in Cultural Engagement Team Project.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Ability to transcribe and translate Central Yup’ik and Cup’ik dialects to English.
• Ability to express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form in both English and Yupik.
• Strong knowledge in the structure and content of both English and Yup’ik language(s) including meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Working knowledge in translation and technical writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the reader/audience.
• Ability to be an active listener.
• Ability to find and identify essential information.
• Ability to find ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information.
• Ability to reorganize information to get a better approach to problems or tasks.
• Ability to actively learn new material or information to grasp its implications.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite Programs: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School or GED equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in transcribing and translating.
• Ability to Speak Yupik is required; Fluent in Yupik reading and writing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Calista has a fast-paced multi-tasking customer service oriented office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.  Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate support or bid processing may be necessary.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.