Transcriber, Chi-Chack

Location: Work from home, however, must be in the Washington, DC commuting area for occasional onsite work

Position Title: Transcriber

Classification: Part Time, various hours, potential for Full Time

Security Clearance: Yes – Tier 5 background investigation and an active Secret or Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) tickets – SI, TK, G, and HCS-P.

No Travel Required

*This position is contingent on contract award*

About Chi-Chack

Chi-Chack is an SBA certified 8(a) women-owned small business with over 17 years of experience providing professional and educational services to defense clients and government agencies. Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, the company maintains a nationwide workforce consisting of language instructors, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and training and education professionals.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In support of the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the classified transcriber is responsible for converting audio/visual recordings into accurate, appropriately formatted written transcripts. This role requires excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and the ability to capture content verbatim or in summarized formats as specified. The transcriber ensures the final output meets quality and confidentiality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately convert audio/visual recordings into written text, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

• Review and refine transcripts to maintain clarity, consistency, and accuracy.

• Structure/format transcripts according to DOJ OIG guidelines and formatting requirements.

• Handle sensitive information securely and maintain strict confidentiality standards.

• Follow company protocols, style guides, and DOJ OIG-specific instructions.

• Collaborate with proofreaders, translators, and the Program Manager to ensure high-quality output.

• Manage time efficiently to meet assignment deadlines.

• If proofreading, read typed translations and verbatim transcripts while listening to the recording to validate content. Make edits to ensure conformance with the established templates/standards, the style guide, spelling of names per the glossary, and correct typographical and grammatical errors.

• Report to a DOJ-cleared facility to perform work.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:

• At least 2 years of transcription experience.

• Be fluent in English.

• B proficient in English grammar.

• Tier 5 background investigation or an ability to obtain a favorable Tier 5 background investigation

• An active security clearance at Secret or Top Secret with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) tickets – SI, TK, G, and HCS-P.

• Experience using Infinity USB Foot Pedal (IN-USB-2) preferred.

• Experience using GearPlayer 4 Transcription Software preferred.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Must meet the DOJ residency requirements: for three of the five years immediately prior to applying for a position, the individual must have: 1) resided in the United States; 2) worked for the United States overseas in a Federal or military capacity; or 3) be a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving overseas.

Minimum Hourly Rate: $21.99

What We Offer: (benefits vary based on FT, PT, or On-Call status)

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Paid time accrued per pay period and 11 Federal Holidays
• Participation in the Chi-Chack LLC 401(k) plan

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.