The Spanish Translation Consultant provides professional translation services in support of the Pioneer, OCCC’s award-winning student newspaper, with a 50-year history of publication. Reporting to the Pioneer Faculty Advisor, this remote contract position collaborates with student journalists to review, refine, and produce accurate, publication-quality Spanish translations of news and feature content. The consultant serves as both a translator and mentor, providing guidance and feedback that helps students strengthen their written Spanish language and translation skills while ensuring high editorial standards for bilingual publication.
Reports To Pioneer Faculty Advisor What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
Minimum two (2) years of full time or regular contract work as a professional Spanish-language translator
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge:
Professional translation principles, practices, and ethics
Advanced Spanish grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
English grammar, style, and journalistic writing conventions
Cultural and regional language differences within Spanish-speaking communities
Editorial and proofreading techniques to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readability
Skills:
Exceptional written translation skills with the ability to accurately translate complex written materials from English to Spanish while preserving meaning, tone, style, and intent
Strong editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail
Identifying and resolving linguistic, grammatical, and contextual translation issues
Providing constructive feedback and coaching to student writers and translators
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organizing and prioritizing multiple assignments while meeting publication deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google Workspace, and document collaboration tools
Abilities:
To produce publication-quality translations with a high degree of accuracy and consistency
Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and student journalists
Explain translation choices and language nuances in a clear and educational manner
Maintain the editorial voice and intent of original content while adapting it appropriately for Spanish-speaking audiences
Work independently with minimal supervision while managing competing priorities
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
Foster a supportive learning environment by mentoring students and encouraging continuous improvement in Spanish writing and translation skills
Adapt to changing publication schedules and editorial priorities
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work is sedentary work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to administration, faculty, staff, students, and others to perform the essential functions of the position; must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and/or stationary position.
This position requires the person to frequently operate a computer, other office machinery, and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.
This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to lift materials or equipment.
This position requires the person to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
Work is normally performed in an indoor office setting remotely but may occasionally be performed in an outdoor setting.
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Work is performed by means of a flexible schedule including evening hours.
The person hired is required to work in the state of Oklahoma.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous translation work that resulted in publicly published documents and/or media publication
Required Training
Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution.
Work Hours
This is a remote, temporary contract position. Work is performed on an as-needed basis, with an anticipated average workload of approximately 10 hours per week. Actual hours may vary depending on publication schedules, project volume, and business needs.
Department Pioneer Job Open Date 07/28/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Adrianna Hunter Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter and resume.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
