• OPS New Worlds Reading, Spanish Translator/Editor

    University of Florida (FL)


    OPS New Worlds Reading, Spanish Translator/Editor

     

    Work type: Temp Part-Time

     

    Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services

     

    Department: 18300000 - ED-LASTINGER CENTER

    Classification Title:

    OPS New Worlds Reading, Spanish Translator/Editor

    Job Description:

    The Spanish Translator/Editor will be responsible for translating and transcreating content from English to Spanish for the New Worlds Reading Initiative, ensuring it is not only linguistically accurate but also culturally and contextually appropriate for Spanish-speaking audiences, as well as providing proofreading and validation support. The estimated workload is 20-25+ per week, depending on the availability of work.

    The Translator/Editor Role Involves:

    + Accurately translate and transcreate source texts into the target language, ensuring meaning, tone, and intent are preserved.

    + Review and edit translations meticulously for grammatical accuracy, stylistic consistency, and cultural appropriateness.

    + Conduct research and fact-checking using reliable linguistic resources to support high-quality translations.

    + Receive and incorporate feedback from team members and supervisors to refine translations and maintain consistency across materials.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, attend meetings, and actively engage in established workflow processes.

     

    This is a time-limited position

    Expected Salary:

    $21.63 - $24.04/hour

    Required Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization, or a bachelor’s degree and two years of appropriate experience.

    + Biliterate in English and Spanish

    Preferred:

    + Strong command of both the source and target languages, including language structure, syntax, and grammar

    + Strong understanding of cultural nuances in both languages to ensure culturally appropriate translations

    + Experience in translating educational materials or equivalent experience

    + Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization

    + Translation and proofreading experience, with work samples

    + Member of the American Translator Association (ATA)

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    This is a time-limited position.

     

    Health Assessment Required:No

     

    Advertised: 01 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 16 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time