Translator and Language Advisor Parliamentary Translation Directorate

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At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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This process has two (2) streams.

░𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟏░: Parliamentary Translation Directorate - Parliamentary Debates Division and Parliamentary Committee Proceedings Division (various locations).

░𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟐░: Parliamentary Translation Directorate – Parliamentary Documents Division (various locations).

Duties

Successful candidates will be required to revise and sometimes translate (from English to French or French to English, depending on the candidate’s language combination) a variety of documents from the Parliament of Canada (House of Commons, Senate and their respective administrations) and related organizations (including the Library of Parliament, the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer and the Parliamentary Protective Service). Some of the workload must be completed under tight deadlines.

░𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟏░
Parliamentary Debates Division: Revision in real time of the debates in both Houses of the Parliament of Canada (Hansard). Want to know more about our work? Read Behind the scenes at Parliamentary Debates (https://www.noslangues-ourlanguages.gc.ca/en/blogue-blog/debats-parlementaires-parliamentary-debates-eng) and Débats parlementaires : la traduction, version sport extreme (https://www.circuitmagazine.org/dossier-149/debats-parlementaires-la-traduction-version-sport-extreme), two articles written by team members that paint a vivid picture of our work, which is certainly demanding, but oh so stimulating!

▻ Please note that these are evening positions with variable working hours that may extend into the night.

Parliamentary Committee Proceedings Division: Revision of the evidence of experts who appear before House of Commons and Senate committees (various deadlines). Want to know more about our work? Read Vingt fois sur le métier remettez votre ouvrage - Le travail méconnu des comités parlementaires et de leurs traducteurs (https://www.circuitmagazine.org/dossier-149/vingt-fois-sur-le-metier-remettez-votre-ouvrage) written by a team member that gives a clear description of what we translate.

▻ Please note that these are evening positions with variable working hours.

░𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟐░
Parliamentary Documents Division: Our team translates all documents supporting the work of the House of Commons, the Senate and the Library of Parliament, such as feature articles for the Parliamentary Review, Hill Notes, public submissions, parliamentary committee reports, public communications products, or statutory orders and regulations. Our clients include the Administrations of the House and the Senate, as well as Members of Parliament, Senators, the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer and the Parliamentary Protective Service, and we cover all areas of Canadian and international news.

▻ We provide year-round service. Our positions may require evening or weekend work.

░𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬░
To recognize the variable and unpredictable nature of the work, positions in the Parliamentary Translation Directorate are entitled to parliamentary leave in addition to the usual leave entitlement. For more information on this subject, please refer to article 19.01 of the TR Collective Agreement (https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/agreements-conventions/view-visualiser-eng.aspx?id=26).

Work environment

At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for the fifth year in a row and here is a list of some of our diversity and inclusion achievements:
• five diversity networks;
• a Task Force on Anti-racism, Workplace Culture and Equity;
• a national Reconciliation and Indigenous Engagement Unit;
• an Ombudsman for Mental Health (the first such position within the federal public service);
• an Accessibility Office and;
• a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Centre of Expertise.

While many programs and initiatives have already been implemented in line with our commitments to diversity and inclusion, we aim to get better! That's why we invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where individual differences are recognized, valued and respected. Be part of the solution!

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮

Established in 1934, the Translation Bureau is a special operating agency of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). It supports the Government of Canada in its efforts to communicate with and serve Canadians in its two official languages, Indigenous languages, foreign languages as well as signed languages and oral transliteration.

It offers translation, revision, editing, terminology, language advice, closed captioning, and interpretation services to federal departments and agencies and Parliament. The Translation Bureau also provides online tools and resources to Canadians through the Language Portal of Canada.

The Translation Bureau is the center of excellence in linguistic services for the Government of Canada. It also plays a leadership role in the various spheres of federal government activities and increasingly stands out in the Canadian languages industry as a leader in language technologies due to its innovative culture.

▻ 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬: Positions in the Parliamentary Translation Directorate are based in the National Capital Region (Ottawa and Gatineau). However, teleworking from anywhere in Canada is permitted under certain conditions.

Intent of the process

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟏: We have an immediate need for English to French and French to English translator and language advisors. These are evening positions with variable working hours that may extend into the night.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟐: We have an immediate need for English to French and French to English translator and language advisors. These are day and evening positions with variable working hours.

A pool of fully or partially qualified candidates could be established with this process to fill similar positions within the Translation Bureau with various security requirements, language profiles and terms.

Positions to be filled: 5

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

This process has two (2) streams. It is important that you clearly indicate which stream you are applying for.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟏: Parliamentary Translation Directorate - Parliamentary Debates Division and Parliamentary Committee Proceedings Division (various locations).

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟐: Parliamentary Translation Directorate – Parliamentary Documents Division (various locations).

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

EDUCATION
𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in translation from English to French or from French to English from a recognized postsecondary institution.

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬:
1. Based on their education, training and/or experience, indeterminate incumbents of positions in the TR Group will be deemed to meet the minimum standard.
2. At the manager’s discretion, an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience may serve as an alternative to the minimum standard.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟏
• A cumulative five years' experience in translation and revision from English to French or French to English in a fast-paced operational environment.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝟐
• A cumulative two years' experience in translation and revision from English to French or French to English in a fast-paced operational environment.

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

Various language requirements
The linguistic proficiency for positions from English to French is P--/PP- and from French to English is PP-/P--.

For more information on 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐏 - Technical or Specialized Language Skills, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/staffing/qualification-standards/relation-official-languages.html#specialized.

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Ability to provide language advice
• Ability to produce optimal-quality final translations under tight deadlines.
• Ability to revise and evaluate the quality of texts.
• Ability to manage translation projects
• Client-service competency (level 1)
• Developing others
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Working effectively with others

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE

• Experience translating or revising texts on Canadian political and international current affairs.
• Experience translating or revising for the Government of Canada, the Parliament of Canada or a Canadian provincial legislature.
• Experience coaching, supervising, mentoring, or supporting students or translators in training.
• Experience in comparative revision (English to French or French to English).
• Experience managing translation projects.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Security requirement: Secret

▻ The security clearance is not a factor at the screening stage but must be obtained before the start of work. If you do not have the required security clearance, the Translation Bureau will launch the process if you are successful in the competition.

Services are provided year-round. Depending on the stream and the Division, some people may be required to work on a rotational basis during the day, evening or night, including weekends.

The collective agreement provides for various premiums when employees are required to work evenings. For more information, please consult the following link: https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/agreements-conventions/view-visualiser-eng.aspx?id=26.

To recognize the variable and unpredictable nature of the work, positions in the Parliamentary Translation Directorate are eligible for parliamentary leave in addition to the usual leave entitlement. For more information on this subject, please refer to article 19.01 of the TR Collective Agreement (https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/agreements-conventions/view-visualiser-eng.aspx?id=26).

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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We will contact candidates by email and/or via their GC Jobs account. Please ensure that your email address is valid and accepts messages from unknown users. It is your responsibility to regularly check your email and GC Jobs account for all communications regarding this selection process. Should we contact you and you fail to reply within the designated timeframe, your application may not be given further consideration.

The selection board cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. When answering the screening questions, it is not sufficient to say that you have the required qualifications or to list your current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must provide concrete examples with significant details to explain when, where and how you acquired each qualification. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or missing information.

A written exam, an interview and reference checks will be administered.

A description of the Client Service Competency at Level 1 is available at: https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/sc-cs/csc-eng.html.

The selection board may, at any point during the selection process, use random selection or apply asset criteria to select candidates for the next phase of the assessment.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to call 1-800-645-5605.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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