The positions are in the Romance and General Branch, Translating Division, Office of Language Services, Bureau of Administration (A/PRI/LS/T/G). The Translating Division prepares diplomatic translations in over one hundred language combinations, both into and out of English, as required by the Department of State, the White House, and, under special or general support agreements, other Federal Government agencies.

Duties

As a first-level supervisor, evaluates the performance of subordinates; plans work to be accomplished and sets priorities; sets performance standards; evaluates performance and counsel's employees. Works with Program Officer to manage all outsourced projects in languages under the Branch 's purview, as well as aspects of in-house translation, review, and treaty comparison projects. Reviews official translations into English from one or more languages (and/or vice versa). Advises upper management on a broad range of issues, e.g. changes in the organizational structure of the Branch, as well as changes of authority that may affect the operation of the Branch, recruiting, testing, rate-setting, and technology.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• This position requires the applicant to pass a Language Proficiency Test.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.  Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience in translating, interpreting, or other work requiring the use of English and the other language; or a combination of work (that required English and the other language) and training at the Defense Language Institute, Foreign Service Institute, or comparable training. IN ADDITION, this position requires the following additional specialized experience: Experience leading a team of translators and managing translation projects. Experience communicating effectively with internal and external customers at all levels to meet organizational goals and resolve issues. Experience in strategic planning, e.g., developing organizational objectives that improve efficiency and effectiveness in work processes by applying technology. Experience with translation practices and technology to lead major initiatives designed to introduce new technology and tools in support of translation programs. Experience using computer-assisted translation tools and translation management systems. THE FOLLOWING SELECTIVE FACTOR IS REQUIRED: Must have experience in translation of Foreign Language(s) into English. The following are examples of work in the required language that may have provided the required abilities: translator; interpreter; librarian or information specialist required to make abstracts, screen, index, and scan material; intelligence; writer or editor; international organizational work, such as the Peace Corps, World Bank, United Nations, business, or other organizations; or professor, teacher, or instructor work at the high school or college level that required use of the foreign language. **ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE TESTED BY THE AGENCY FOR PROFICIENCY ON A PASS/FAIL BASIS PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT.** There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-15 position.

Education

Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.

Contacts

• Address U.S. Department of State 600 19th Street, NW SA-17, 5th Floor Attn: A/EX/HRD Washington, District of Columbia 20522-1705 United States
• Name: Patricia A. Briggs
• Phone: 771-204-0754
• Email: [email protected]