Language Officer

Minimum Qualifications Personal integrity Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) Action- and results-oriented Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to the mission of the CIA and the Directorate of Operations Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Strong command of the foreign language(s) and English in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Professional work experience as a translator and/or interpreter. Cultural and area knowledge of where the foreign language(s) is/are spoken. Strong critical/analytical thinking and research skills. Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to establish respectful relationships and to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
Directorate of Operations Language Officers use their foreign language skills, cultural experience, and expertise to enable and produce translations and interpretations to clandestine operations.