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.
Accommodations can take many forms. The following are some examples of types of accommodation requests:
1. providing written materials in accessible formats, such as large print, braille.
2. providing readers or sign language interpreters or closed caption interviews.
3. providing extra time to complete a written test and/or interviews
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Persons who have a disability preventing them from applying online, or persons requiring any other accommodation needs, should also contact us by e-mail at:
The department's facility at 90 Elgin Street is in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The building is equipped with state-of-the art technologies to support collaboration and innovation. The area is served by all major bus routes and a light rail station, and employees have access in the building to amenities such as a library and showers, change rooms and secure bicycle storage, allowing them to commute using the National Capital Region's bike path system.
The Department of Finance Canada uses a hybrid work model. Our hybrid work model is consistent with the Common hybrid work model for the Federal Public Service which requires Departments to establish a minimum attendance requirement of at least 3 days each week onsite. Specific work arrangements should be discussed with the manager at the time of hire.
The hybrid work model can be accessed via the following link: https://www.canada.ca/en/government/publicservice/staffing/common-hybrid-work-modelfederal-public-service.html
While candidates may be eligible for relocation expenses, Finance Canada may approve requests for full-time telework as well as work hours in the respective time zone of the telework location, between 7 am and 6 pm (e.g., 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, meaning 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST).
Positions to be filled: 1
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EDUCATION:
E1: 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.
*Note: The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience, of at least one year, in translating texts of administrative, legal, and/or quasi-legal nature from English to French.
EX2: Experience in providing linguistic support for legislation, legal texts or administrative documents to ensure technical or legal accuracy, as well as the quality of French and/or English versions.
KNOWLEDGE:
K1: Knowledge of the principles and practices of translation and revision
K2: Knowledge of language research tools and techniques
K3: Knowledge of legal terminology
COMPETENCIES :
C1: Thinking things through
C2: Showing initiative and being action oriented
C2: Working effectively with others
ABILITIES:
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A3: Ability to edit documents written in French and to translate documents from English to French
Bilingual - Imperative (CCC/CCC)
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ASSET EDUCATION
AED1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization* in social science, statistics, library/archival work or a law-related field.
OR
AED2: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with specialization in law or translation.
*Note: The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
ASSET EXPERIENCE:
AE1: Experience translating or revising legislative text.
Experience in carrying out revision work in accordance with established operational service standards for the publication of translated legislation and related documents, while following jurilinguistic and linguistic policies and practices to ensure revision quality.
ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS - A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE:
Be part of an organization that represents and includes the diverse identities, cultures, perspectives and experiences that make up Canada.
The Department of Finance Canada takes great pride in having a diverse workforce with wideranging skill sets. To promote a workforce that is representative of the Canadians we serve and to respond to organizational/hiring managers' needs, selection for hire may be limited to members of Employment Equity Groups. As such, we strongly encourageapplicants who identify within the Employment Equity Groups to apply and self-declare in their application.
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
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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.
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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.
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We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.