Language Director

Established in 2004, Culmen International is committed to enhancing international security, strengthening homeland defense, optimizing government operations and providing humanitarian assistance around the world.  We provide technical and management expertise, develop innovative technology solutions, and deliver youth care services, logistics, training and language services worldwide.  With experience in over 140 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

The Language Director provides and coordinates interpreting services, advocates for youth's issues with interpreter services and access, and implements outreach strategies to generate interpreting contracts.

· Manage and coordinate language services provided within the facility to unaccompanied children.

· Develop strategies and protocols to meet the language needs of unaccompanied minors, including interpretation, translation, and language support services.

· Train facility staff on language-related protocols, cultural competency, and effective communication strategies.

· Provide ongoing coaching and support to ensure quality language services.

· Facilitate access to qualified interpreters for minors with limited English proficiency during medical appointments, legal assessments, counseling sessions, and other essential interactions.

· Coordinate translation services for important documents, forms, and informational materials, ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate translations are provided in a timely manner.

· Conduct ongoing assessments of language needs within the facility and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address any gaps or challenges.

· Ensure compliance with relevant language access laws and regulations.

· Negotiate rates, terms, and condition of contracts for communication services.

· Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and participate in audits related to language services.

· Work independently, react to change productively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned while exercising a high level of confidentiality.