Spanish Translation Specialist

Important Notice for Applicants: At Bixal, we want to ensure a transparent and secure application process for all candidates. Official communication will come from an email address ending in @bixal.com or from @bixal.na.teamtailor-mail.com. Messages from other sources may be fraudulent, and you should exercise care to avoid any links or attachments included. Bixal will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Need Assistance or a Reasonable Accommodation? If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, we're here to help. Please reach out to us at [email protected] and let us know how we can support you. You do not need to share personal details or disclose the nature of your request. You can expect a response from a team member within 24 hours during the regular work week and on the next operating day during the weekend or holidays. Why Bixal? Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Our values: • People-First: Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work. • Collaboration and Transparency: Valuing teamwork and open communication. • Growth Mindset: Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement. • Creating Lasting Impact: Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change. About the role: Bixal has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Spanish Translation Specialist to help accelerate digital transformation for federal clients. In this role, you will be part of a cross-functional team applying human-centered innovation and effective communication strategies to improve engagement. The Spanish Translator supports the Head Start Information & Communication Center (HSICC) by providing high-quality, culturally appropriate Spanish translations for digital content, outreach materials, and stakeholder communications produced by the Office of Head Start (OHS). This role ensures that Spanish-language audiences—including families, staff, and community partners—have equitable access to Head Start information through accurate, consistent, and accessible translations across websites, email campaigns, social media, and digital tools. The Spanish Translator works closely with content strategists, editors, designers, and technical teams to maintain linguistic accuracy, clarity, and compliance with federal accessibility and plain language standards. This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success. Compensation: The salary for this role is $70,000. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate. Responsibilities: • Translate English-language content into accurate, clear, and culturally appropriate Spanish for OHS websites, email campaigns, social media, webinars, and digital tools. • Ensure all Spanish-language content complies with Plain Language Act, Section 508 accessibility requirements, and OHS/ACF/HHS style and tone standards. • Maintain and apply consistent terminology by contributing to and using the OHS Spanish glossary of terms across all translated materials. • Collaborate with content strategists, editors, designers, and technical teams to support the full content lifecycle, including updates, revisions, and archival. • Provide quality assurance reviews of Spanish-language content prior to publication, correcting linguistic, contextual, and usability issues. • Support time-sensitive and high-priority translations, including policy updates, public announcements, and urgent communications. • Assist with Spanish-language support for webinars and virtual events, including translation of promotional, instructional, and participant-facing materials. • Optimize translations for digital delivery, ensuring readability, mobile usability, and alignment with user experience best practices. • Other relevant duties as assigned and qualified/trained to perform Qualifications: • Professional fluency in Spanish and English, with some experience translating written content. • 2 years of experience translating or supporting translation of digital or written content (e.g., websites, emails, social media, documents). • Familiarity with plain language writing and basic accessibility concepts (Section 508 or WCAG), or willingness to learn and apply them. • Ability to follow established style guides and glossaries to ensure consistent terminology and tone. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and incorporate feedback from editors or senior translators. • Comfortable working collaboratively with content, design, and project teams in a structured environment. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. How We Support Our Team: • Flex hours • 401K with matching incentive • Parental Leave • Medical/dental/vision benefits • Flex Spending Account • Company provided short-term disability and life insurance • Commuter benefits • Paid Time Off (PTO) • 11 Paid holidays Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Apply Now Apply Now