Language Services Coordinator (consultant position)

Job Overview:
Professional & Scientific Associates Inc. (PSA) is seeking a Language Services Coordinator (LSC) to join our globally distributed team. The LSC is a consultant position (1099 independent contractor) and can be performed 100% remotely from anywhere in the world. The Language Services team supports a variety of clients, including several large U.S. Government contracts.

Responsibilities:
• Project Coordination: Manage interpretation, translation, desktop publishing, and other language services projects in adherence with established quality standards and service delivery schedules.
• Quality Assurance/Control: Implement quality assurance and control tools to ensure standards are upheld.
• Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain project records such as statements of work, vendor agreements, purchase orders, invoices, vendor performance, and client feedback.
• Client Communication: Act as the main point of contact for project clients. Understand their needs, provide updates, and manage expectations effectively.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with operations and accounting teams to ensure project execution and client satisfaction.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes and service deliverables, including the use of new software, for greater efficiency and quality.

Minimum Qualifications:
• University degree in translation, interpretation, language studies, business administration, international relations, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional work experience.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable working in a remote, multicultural environment.
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Drive.
• Fluent in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in the language services industry.
• Experience with a professional project management tool, a Computer Assisted Translation (CAT) tool, or a Translation Management System (TMS).
• Proficiency in other languages, particularly Spanish, French, Russian, or Arabic.
• Tech-savvy and interested in learning new software tools, including AI.

Benefits:
• 100% remote work from anywhere in the world.
• Flexible schedule.
• Compensation per project or as a monthly retainer.
• Supportive team environment.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to PSA’s Director of Language Services Lucas Graf at [HIDDEN] Cover letters are welcome but not required. Applications will be reviewed based on the qualifications in the job description. AI tools will not be used in the hiring process.

More information about PSA can be found at [HIDDEN]