A professional who directs and coordinates activities of interpreters and translators engaged in translating spoken passages, documents, and other material from one language to another for business establishments, government agencies, and academic institutions. Responsibilities include:

• Studies material, using knowledge of language and linguistics, to determine best qualified personnel for specific projects.
• Assigns projects to personnel and reviews work for quality.
• Attends meetings of groups and organizations engaged in international relations to promote translation service.
• Prepares budget for department and determines allocation of funds.
• Interviews and selects personnel for staff positions.