Job Description

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country\'s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation\'s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

Working with the Debates and Publications team, you will be conducting the first-stage editing (sub-editing) of the transcripts of the Debates of the Senate and its committee proceedings using our in-house, XML-based application known as \xe2\x80\x9cIris\xe2\x80\x9d.

You will be an integral part of the high-volume production team ensuring that the spelling, punctuation, grammar, and syntax of the transcripts (written text) accurately reflects the digital sound of the proceedings.

If you are an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for editing, we want to hear from you!

Open to

The general public to staff one (1) indeterminate (part-time) position in the Communications, Broadcasting and Publications Directorate.

In addition to their resume, applicants are required to send a cover letter (maximum of one page) highlighting why this role is of interest to them and tell us why they want to be part of the Senate of Canada Team.

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

We encourage individuals from underrepresented and minority groups to apply.

Prerequisites

• A post-secondary education in Communications or a related field, such as language studies, literature, translation or a combination of education, training, and related experience;

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience working as a proofreader, copy-editor translator or scopist;

• An advanced ability to copy-edit, correct and refine English grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation;

• Ability to effectively research best practices and communicate recommendations to colleagues and supervisors;

• Ability to retain information and details or to create tools and methods to synthesize and retain large amounts of information;

• Ability to establish and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with different stakeholders;

• Strong attention to detail and ability to compile, analyze, prepare, organize and maintain information in an efficient manner;

• Superior knowledge of digital editing software, digital technologies and in Microsoft Office software

Linguistic Requirements

English Reading Comprehension:

English Essential

English Written Expression:

English Essential

English Oral Proficiency:

English Essential

Competencies

Integrity
Respect
Service
Adaptability
Communication
Dependability
Teamwork and cooperation
Judgment

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation to be eligible for appointment.

Candidates must be willing and able to work irregular hours, mainly late in the evenings, when the Senate or Senate Committees sit.

Senate of Canada