Junior Jurilinguist, English

Update: New Closing date: 1 March 2023 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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A complete application must be submitted, including a résumé. In the "Screening Questions" section of the application, you will be asked to clearly demonstrate that you meet the education and experience criteria outlined in the essential qualifications, as well as any asset qualifications.

We suggest this format, when drafting your responses to the questions asked:

1. include where, when and how you obtained the required experience;
2. include the period(s) in which you performed the functions of the position(s).

By providing the required information in the suggested format, you will ensure that the assessors are able to assess the depth, complexity and scope of your experience.

Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process.

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Work environment

Are you proficient in English and passionate about the law? Do you have an in-depth knowledge of French? Do you have an excellent analytical mind? Do you like to learn and love a challenge? Why not consider jurilinguistic revision as the next step in your career?

What exactly is jurilinguistic revision?
Jurilinguistic revision deals with the content, style, language, readability and consistency of legislative texts as well as the equivalency of the English and French versions of those texts. It’s therefore a very specific, and very interesting, field that focuses not only on the comparison of the English and French, but also on the use of language (grammar, linguistics, etc.). More particularly, as an English jurilinguist, you will be responsible for revising the English version of legislative texts and for verifying, with a Francophone colleague, the equivalency of both linguistic versions.

Who are jurilinguists?
Jurilinguists work in Department of Justice Canada’s Legislative Services Branch. They are part of the large team of legislative counsel, legistic revisors, bijural experts and editors who work to produce legislative texts of the highest quality. Legislative texts aren’t mere deeds or contracts applicable to individuals; they are laws and regulations that govern all of Canadian society. These texts are therefore of great importance and must be produced in accordance with established conventions and standards.

Coaching
Given the particularities of jurilinguistic revision, some methods and knowledge can only be learned on the job. That is why, as a junior jurilinguist, you will receive coaching and your work will be revised during the first part of your journey and, above all, you’ll have the advantage of working closely with experienced Francophone and Anglophone jurilinguists who will be there to support you throughout your career.

So, if you’re looking for a challenging and interesting career, don't wait! Join Justice Canada’s team of jurilinguists without delay.

Intent of the process

A partially or fully assessed pool may be established to staff similar positions within the Department of Justice with various tenures, various linguistic profiles (bilingual imperative only), various operational requirements and/or various conditions of employment. 

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:
Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization in social science, statistics, library/archival work or a law-related field or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Significant experience* in providing linguistic advice in English.
Significant experience* in revising the English version of texts from a linguistic perspective, for example, the grammar, syntax and style.
Significant experience* in comparing the English and French versions of texts to ensure their equivalence, to identify discrepancies and to suggest appropriate revisions.

* "Significant experience" means experience to the extent and depth of which would normally be acquired by accomplishing a vast array of complex and related activities over a period of four (4) years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field related to the English language (e.g. translation, linguistics, literature, etc.).

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Experience in drafting, translating or revising legal texts.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (PPC/PPC)
The PPC/PPC language profile for the position of Junior Jurilinguist, English requires the use of technical or specialized skills, code P in English and French in reading and writing. The code P in English and French will be assessed by means of a written exam.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of the French language, for example, its grammar, syntax and style;
Knowledge of the English language, for example, its grammar, syntax and style;
Knowledge of the principal translation and revision tools.

ABILITIES:
Ability to improve, from a linguistic perspective the English version of complex and sensitive texts for example, their grammar, syntax and style;
Ability to communicate effectively orally;
Ability to work under pressure;
Ability to compare the English and French versions of complex and sensitive texts with a view to identifying discrepancies between the two versions and suggesting appropriate corrections;
Ability to identify, analyze and solve linguistic problems.

COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrating integrity and respect;
Thinking things through;
Working effectively with others;
Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

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

OERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing, and available, to work overtime when necessary.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Department of Justice believes that to be able to effectively serve the public, its workforce needs to reflect the diversity of the Canadian population. Diversity is a great source of strength in driving Canada’s Legal Team in ensuring that Canada’s justice system is as fair, accessible and efficient as possible. The Department is committed to a representative workforce that represents the Canadian public we serve. If you are an Indigenous person, a woman, a person with a disability, a member of a racialized group* or a member of the 2SLGBTQI+**/Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) community we encourage you to self-declare in this staffing process.
* Please note that this group is currently designated as members of visible minorities in the Employment Equity Act and the self-declaration form.
** 2SLGBTQI+: Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and people who identify as being part of sexual and gender diverse communities.

INFORMATION ON SELF-DECLARATION
Self-declaration information can be factored into the screening, assessment or selection decision to address our commitment to eliminate gaps and increase representation for these groups. This information will only be used in connection with this selection process.

HOW TO SELF-DECLARE
If you are an Indigenous person, woman, member of a racialized group*, Person with a disability:
· when you apply for a job through GC Jobs, complete the Employment Equity section.
· Please note that your self-declaration as a member of First Nations, Inuit or Métis will be verified via the Affirmation of Indigenous Identity Form to be provided later in the staffing process.

If you are a member of the 2SLGBTQI+/ Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) community:
· For employees of the Department of Justice, please self-declare through the EE Self-Declaration tab in PeopleSoft by accessing the “Self Service” module and providing consent that your information can be used for Staffing actions, such as actings, appointments, assignments.
· For candidates external to the Public Service and employees of the Public Service outside of the Department of Justice, candidates will be provided an opportunity to self-declare during the assessment process.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

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

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

The selection committee reserves all rights to use any methods that they deem appropriate in order to evaluate the candidates (written examination, interview, reference check, written samples, etc.).

Proof of citizenship or permanent residency will be required.

As part of the selection process, the use of online, innovative tools may be used for testing purposes. As a result, selected candidates will require access to a device that has internet capabilities.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that accurate contact information is provided and updated as required and to update their personal information when it changes. 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).

Time-sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via email and it will be the candidate's responsibility to check their email regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

In order to be able to manage the number of applicants in this selection process, the Department may decide to use top-down or random selection or any other additional qualification as indicated in the statement of merit criteria in order to determine the number of candidates who will be considered for the next stage of the evaluation.

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

If you require any accommodations (e.g. an alternative method of assessment, a technical aid, accessibility requirements, etc.) at any stage of the assessment process, please contact us so that we can take the appropriate measures to facilitate your full participation.

For Current Federal Public Service employees:
Please identify clearly your substantive group and level, employment status, and Personal Record Identifier (PRI) on your application.

Employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment or secondment.

An assignment, acting appointment or secondment requires the approval of your supervisor.

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.