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Update: (2) 31 March 2023: Error in the previous update. Here is the correct message: The staffing process 22-COL-GAT-PCB-EA-239 was cancelled due to an administrative error and was launched again under this new staffing processus number, 22-COL-GAT-PCB-EA-239-1. If you had already applied to the initial staffing process, your application will be retained as part of this new process.

Important messages

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

COMMUNICATION DURING THIS PROCESS

For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with the candidates by email. Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). If you do not wish to receive your results by email, it is your responsibility to inform us.

Candidates must check their email accounts frequently as there may be new communication regarding this process or a deadline for response. Responses provided after the indicated deadline may not be accepted.

ABOUT US

If you are passionate about promoting Canada’s linguistic duality and want to ensure that Canada has an inclusive culture which respects the language rights of its citizens, the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages invites you to apply!

Work environment

The OCOL is a small organization of 160 employees that offers flexible work arrangements (e.g., telework) and a positive, collaborative and bilingual work environment.

The Commissioner of Official Languages is mandated by Parliament. He is therefore independent from the government, but his staff are members of the federal public service and benefit from all the related advantages, including flexible work, competitive salaries and professional development.

Since October 3, 2022, the organization has adopted a hybrid workplace focusing on a flexible work approach that enables employees to perform their duties from different work locations (e.g., the position’s designated work location and the employee’s home), when feasible and with management’s approval.

During the pandemic, OCOL switched to a modified activity-based workplace design, where most employees are no longer assigned to a specific workstation (cubicle). OCOL’s office space has therefore been reorganized to optimize in-person work by focusing on developing strong and healthy interpersonal relationships, maintaining team unity, and sharing knowledge and experiences in informal settings. The office space has quiet rooms, meeting rooms and many collaborative areas for teamwork. Employees have laptops, and Wi-Fi access is available throughout the office. The eco friendly building is located at 30 Victoria Street in Gatineau, Quebec, and is close to public transit, parking, bike and walking paths, shops and services. The building also offers indoor bike storage and changing rooms with showers.

OCOL administers the compensation of employees directly in its offices in Gatineau. Therefore, it is not serviced by the Pay Centre in Miramichi. In this regard, all compensation transactions are carried out on site.

Intent of the process

There is currently a staffing need to staff one position on an indeterminate basis.

A pool of qualified candidates resulting from this process may be established and used to fill this position and similar positions with various tenures and security requirements. All federal organizations listed in Schedules I, IV and V of the Financial Administration Act may use this staffing process to appoint a candidate to its organization in a similar position if a pool is created with the approval of the manager in consultation with Human Resources.

Positions to be filled: 1

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 translation, English literature, linguistics or in another relevant field.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES:

- Significant* experience in writing, editing and proofreading a variety of texts, such as correspondence, news releases, reports and studies for general and specialized audiences.
- Significant* experience in comparative editing of texts translated into English.
- Experience in translating short texts from French to English.

* “Significant experience” is defined as a minimum of approximately two years experience carrying out the type of work (range, scope and complexity) related to the criteria. Candidates must provide clear and specific examples of the products that were delivered or the responsibilities that were undertaken.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in using a project management system.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (PPC/CCB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

- Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of writing, editing and translation.
- Knowledge of the methods and practices of quality assurance and quality control.
- Knowledge of English language standards (syntax, grammar, vocabulary).

ABILITIES:

- Ability to work with tight deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

The Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve our employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Persons, Visible Minorities, Women and Persons with Disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice.
- Willing and able to work in an open work environment.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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

OTHER INFORMATION

Completing the screening questionnaire is mandatory for this selection process.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Meeting criteria such as asset qualifications, operational requirements or organizational needs is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the right fit. Asset qualifications could be applied at any step of the selection process.

Applicants are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to identify which language they are interested in being assessed for on their application. Candidates will be asked to undergo the PSC Second Language Evaluation (SLE) or provide valid SLE results. To obtain a copy of SLE results, candidates may make a request at the following website: http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/ppc-cpp/test-examenresult/tst-rslt-examn-eng.htm. For more information on SLE, visit the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/second-language-testing-public-service.html.

Proof of Canadian Citizenship and education credentials must be available upon request. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at: http://www.cicic.ca/.

TRAVEL RELATED TO THE SELECTION OR APPOINTMENT PROCESS: Please note that candidates (including employees of the Public Service) will not be considered to be in travel status or on government business and that travel costs will not be reimbursed. Consequently, candidates will be responsible for travel costs. Minimal reimbursement of relocation expenses could be offered if the selected candidate moves as a result of an employment offer.

A written test and an interview may be administered. Interviews may be conducted in person, by phone, or by videoconference.

Reference checks may be sought and used to validate and/or obtain more information.

A top-down approach and/or random selection may be invoked at any stage in this process to limit numbers of candidates, or for appointment purposes.

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.