We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Language Coordinator to coordinate Thai language translation and interpretation projects. This role plays a vital part in ensuring high-quality language services that support our mission and operations by helping produce materials and messages that invite all of God’s children to follow Jesus Christ. If you are passionate about language, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply.
- Coordinate translation and interpretation projects with internal teams and external vendors
- Review and approve completed translation and interpretation work for accuracy, quality, and alignment with Church standards.
- Provide English-Thai translation and interpretation services as assigned
- Perform other responsibilities as directed by the Production Resource Manager
- Coordinate and maintain partnerships with external language service providers, including assessment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation
- Fluency in both spoken and written Thai and English is required, with native-level proficiency in Thai
- Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Translation, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience in translation and interpretation
- Strong command of Thai and English grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and writing style
- Strong interpretation skills are preferred; familiarity with and ability to perform transcreation and work with poetic language are considered a plus.
- Ability to coordinate projects, manage time effectively, and approach challenges with a practical and positive mindset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work well under pressure and in team settings
- Familiarity with Church doctrine, terminology, policies, and organizational structure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy
- Ability to work with translation management systems and web-based tools
- Willingness to travel occasionally as required
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.