Job Description

Korean Language Translator / Korean Writing

Department: Technical

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Online River LLC

Compensation: $35.00 - $40.00 / hour

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Korean Translator to join our team. As a translator, you will be responsible for translating written and spoken content from Korean to English and vice versa. Your translations should be accurate, culturally appropriate, and timely to ensure clear communication between our organization and Korean-speaking clients, partners, or internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Translation of Documents Translate various types of documents (business, legal, technical, marketing) from Korean to English and from English to Korean, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Interpretation Services Provide oral translation for meetings, video conferences, and phone calls when needed.
• Cultural Context Adapt translations to suit the cultural context of the target language, ensuring the intended message is clearly conveyed.
• Proofreading and Editing Review translated documents for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and accuracy to maintain a high standard of work.
• Collaboration Work closely with internal teams (marketing, legal, technical) to ensure that translations meet specific requirements.
• Terminology Management Maintain glossaries and translation memory databases to ensure consistency across all materials.
• Confidentiality Handle sensitive information with utmost discretion and adhere to confidentiality guidelines.
• Timely Delivery Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Fluency in Korean and English Must have excellent written and spoken proficiency in both languages.
• Experience Proven experience in translation (2+ years preferred).
• Attention to Detail Ability to produce error-free, high-quality translations.
• Cultural Awareness Strong understanding of Korean and Western cultures to ensure accurate translations.
• Technological Proficiency Familiarity with translation tools and software is a plus.
• Excellent Communication Strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
The coverage begins for the employee the on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents
Cost to the employee to participate in the plan varies by the coverage selection and the number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining agreement
The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage is provided
Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual opt out payment.

Vision and Prescription
The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents
Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement.

Dental Coverage
The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents
Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement.