Community Relations, Bilateral Engagement, & Linguist Coordinator

Community Relations, Bilateral Engagement, & Linguist Coordinator

The Opportunity:
Serves as a linguist, subject-matter expert, and primary liaison for community relations and bilateral engagement initiatives supporting senior leadership. Plans, manages, and executes meetings and engagements with local officials, mayors, prefectural leaders, community organizations, defense associations, and civic leaders. Leads community outreach efforts by identifying and analyzing community concerns and providing actionable insights to senior leadership. Provides high-level interpretation and translation support and prepares comprehensive bilingual briefing materials, talking points, and engagement read-ahead packages. Advises on cultural considerations, diplomatic protocol, and local political dynamics, offering critical insight into factors influencing United States military operations. Supports senior leader engagements and ensures strategic alignment with regional security priorities. Contributes to the effective execution of bilateral coordination and alliance initiatives.

You Have:

• Experience in Japanese-English translation and interpretation across reading, writing, and speaking
• Knowledge of local political, community, and defense dynamics in Japan, including in a critical region
• Knowledge of regional security strategies and defense posture in a critical region
• Knowledge of United States-Japan alliance issues and bilateral coordination mechanisms
• Knowledge of agreements, including the Status of Forces Agreement
• Ability to brief senior leader audiences
• Ability to communicate effectively in Japanese and English through reading, writing, and speaking
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting United States military commands in Japan
• Experience engaging with Japanese government or defense organizations
• Experience supporting General Officer engagements
• Experience with local prefectural and national political structures in Japan
• Possession of excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communication skills

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.