Job Description

Posting Title
ADMN O 18R - Legislative Editor

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R18

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$62,255.85 - $70,557.73 annually

Close Date
11/15/2023

Job Type
Temporary (Auxiliary)

Temporary End Date
1/2/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division
Legal Services Branch

Job Summary
Bring your keen eye for grammar to this fast-paced role and share your high-level editing skills to support the citizens of British Columbia Legislative editors support the legislative process in B.C. by helping to ensure editorial and publication work meets the high drafting and presentation standards for which B.C. legislation and publications are known. They employ their specialized expertise in textual interpretation and analysis to edit highly confidential draft legislation prepared by legislative counsel for presentation to the Legislative Assembly or Cabinet.

Legislative editors also prepare legislative material for publication, participate in statute revisions, track and record legislative changes to the statutes and regulations, and perform legislative research. Accuracy and attention to detail are critical components of the position: errors made or not detected may have extensive financial and policy repercussions. Legislative editors must often work under extreme time pressures that are not within their control yet be able to produce work of the highest quality. Overtime and working outside of regular business hours may be required.

Job Requirements:

• University degree in English, Publishing or other related programs of study; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Extensive experience editing, proofreading and checking the accuracy of documents prepared by other professionals, including conducting related research and analysis.
• Experience managing projects or project components.
• Experience in desktop publishing and producing attractively formatted material for print and online publication.
  

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Training in communications strategies such as plain language and inclusive strategies. Experience with FrameMaker, Acrobat DC or other desktop publishing software and with FileMaker Pro or other database software.

Proviso: Overtime and working outside of regular business hours may be required.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Jennifer.Kaddoura@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Currently, there is one (1) temporary position available in Victoria. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, M\xc3\xa9tis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Administrative Services