Cultural Advisor-Mexico/Spanish Linguist

About CSG

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients. Our innovation-led services provide comprehensive solutions to clients facing high-stakes challenges related to managing essential programs, growth and transformation, critical communications, and logistics. Our people bring unparalleled expertise and dedication, and we are always looking to expand our team.

Position Overview:

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is hiring a Cultural Advisor with expertise in Mexico and Spanish (Mexican dialect) language fluency to join our project team. The candidate will support a broad variety of language-related tasks to include translation of documents, transcription of audio/video materials, and/or interpretation as required by the Program Manager and the customer.

CSG requires a native or heritage-speaking Spanish (Mexican dialect) linguist and cultural expert. The ideal candidate has experience living in Mexico. The candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the cultural differences, nuances, customs, symbolism, mannerisms, and traditions of the various ethnic groups residing throughout Mexico, as well as a fundamental understanding of neighboring countries and cultures.

The cultural advisor will collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct unclassified research, evaluate, analyze, and provide recommendations on complex assignments to fuse multi-source products to satisfy a broad range of customer requirements within assigned areas of responsibility.

Candidates will be tested on their language ability and must pass with a minimum Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) score level of 3/3/3 in all three modalities: reading, listening, and speaking. (Note: language proficiency will be verified via language testing.)

Responsibilities:.

Qualifications:

Required:

• U.S. citizenship. Sponsorship for employment-based visas (e.g., H-1B, OPT, Green Card) is not available.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Eligible to pass a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree. Comparable experience acceptable (no less than 4 years).
• In-depth understanding of contemporary Mexican culture and society.
• Demonstrate previous experience in translation, transcription, and/or interpretation.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Notes)
• Excellent active listening and written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Native ability to read, write, and understand standard Spanish (Mexican dialect) grammar and writing style.
• Demonstrated ability to verbally communicate clearly and natively in the standard Spanish (Mexican dialect).
• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret idiomatic expressions in standard Spanish (Mexican dialect).
• Must be able to use appropriate phrasing in their interpretation to successfully preserve the original meaning and intention of the standard Spanish (Mexican dialect) language.
• Must be able to analyze written and audio/visual materials, conduct research and analysis, organize data, prepare reports.
• Advanced understanding of how to organize data in Microsoft Excel. Must be skilled in understanding, developing or modifying and applying MS Excel formulas and functions (i.e., INDEX, INT, MOD).
• Must possess strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred:

• Recent experience living or working in Mexico.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of computers and standard office equipment to accomplish work objectives.
• Occasional short-term travel may be required based on customer needs.

Compensation and Benefits:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package in addition to a competitive salary. Our employees receive no-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options, along with a generous paid time off program that includes sick leave for you or your dependents and paid military leave. We observe 14 holidays annually, providing flexibility throughout the year. Employees also benefit from an immediately vested retirement plan with company match, as well as life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a robust employee referral program.

We are honored to have been recognized as a USA TODAY and Washington Post Top Workplace for 2025. The strong culture that we have built - one that prioritizes work life balance, employee appreciation, strong values, and meaningful work, contributes to an environment where CSG employees feel valued and supported.

Application and Accommodations:

Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at 540-751-3215.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity. CSG job descriptions are intended to outline the primary responsibilities and qualifications for each role. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification.