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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

Intent of the process

The positions to staff will be located in the Corporate Secretariat in Gatineau.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:

A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in linguistic and/or translation or a combination of education, training and experience related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES:

Experience in editing and proofreading various documents.

Experience in analyzing and assessing material for content.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Positions to staff at this time will be English Essential and Bilingual BBB/BBB.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of editing and proofreading techniques and principles.

ABILITIES:

Ability to review, edit, and proofread correspondence and briefing notes.

Ability to plan and organize workload according to priorities and within deadlines.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:

Judgement.
Initiative.
Reliability.
Interpersonal skills.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS CURRENT AND/OR FUTURE:

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada wishes to establish and maintain a representative workforce. Qualified candidates who self-identify as Aboriginal People or Visible Minority may be given preference.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice.
Must be available to work until 17:00.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

Please ensure that your Personal Record Identifier (PRI) is included in your application.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.