Translator-Editor (two positions)
Top Benefits
About the role
Branch: Communications, Education and Human Rights Branch
Employment Type: Indeterminate
Linguistic Requirement: Bilingual (English, French)
Global Linguistic Level: C1
Salary: $99,374 to $111,847 + $1,798.58 Bilingual Allowance
Location: Ottawa Headquarters
Category of applicants: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date: 08/24/2025
Who are we?
Founded in 1966, the Public Service Alliance of Canada represents 250,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices across the country. PSAC strives to enhance its members’ quality of life and has been at the forefront of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights. Learn more about our victories.
We will support your mental and physical health with:
- Flexible work arrangements (hybrid employees may have their own dedicated workstations).
- Group benefits (health, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, employee and family assistance), such as $7,500 for mental health professionals, that are 100% paid by the employer. Defined benefit pension plan (50/50 contribution from you and us).
- Three weeks’ vacation to start, plus extra paid leave to support your wellness.
- Generous support for your professional growth and career development.
- $800 per year recreation allowance.
Primary Responsibility:
As part of a team, translate and edit a variety of texts to help PSAC communicate in both official languages in a clear, relevant and timely manner.
What you will bring to the table:
Education/Experience
- B.A. in translation plus five years of translation experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Knowledge
- Demonstrated command of work-related tools (lexicons, translation memories, project management software, etc.) and willingness to explore new technology.
- Solid grasp of a trade union’s role, activities and governance structure.
Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to skillfully translate and edit a variety of content, including highly technical material.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Personal suitability
- Strong judgement, resourcefulness and flexibility to manage competing priorities.
- Interest in current affairs, human rights and workers’ rights.
- Eagerness to stay up to date on current affairs and developments in translation, editing, terminology, and social justice.
What you need to know:
- Second language level indicated above is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process. However, valid federal government SLE results can be used toward this.
- While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
- A full job description is available upon request.
NOTES:
Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through HRMS.
Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet the qualifications of this position can request a transfer in accordance with the relevant collective agreement by submitting an application on or before the closing date. Please upload a cover letter indicating that you are requesting a transfer as well as a resume in your candidate profile (if not previously done) and indicate “Yes” under “Employment Information”.
Employment Equity at PSAC is focused on five groups: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If you belong to one or more of these groups, please consider responding to the voluntary employment equity section of the online application.
All individual information collected from this questionnaire will be kept strictly confidential.
In many cases, you may identify in more than one designated group. For example, you may identify yourself as an Indigenous person and a person with a disability and a woman.
False declarations will be taken seriously and may prompt an investigation or further actions, as necessary.
Please contact HRactionRH@psac-afpc.com to obtain this questionnaire in an alternate format (e.g., large print), should you need more information, or require assistance in completing this questionnaire.
For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email hractionrh@psac-afpc.com.
About Public Service Alliance of Canada
The Public Service Alliance of Canada represents more than 180,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. Our members work for federal government departments and agencies, Crown Corporations, universities, casinos, community services agencies, Aboriginal communities, airports, and the security sector among others. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with 23 regional offices across Canada.
Translator-Editor (two positions)
Top Benefits
About the role
Branch: Communications, Education and Human Rights Branch
Employment Type: Indeterminate
Linguistic Requirement: Bilingual (English, French)
Global Linguistic Level: C1
Salary: $99,374 to $111,847 + $1,798.58 Bilingual Allowance
Location: Ottawa Headquarters
Category of applicants: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date: 08/24/2025
Who are we?
Founded in 1966, the Public Service Alliance of Canada represents 250,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices across the country. PSAC strives to enhance its members’ quality of life and has been at the forefront of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights. Learn more about our victories.
We will support your mental and physical health with:
- Flexible work arrangements (hybrid employees may have their own dedicated workstations).
- Group benefits (health, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, employee and family assistance), such as $7,500 for mental health professionals, that are 100% paid by the employer. Defined benefit pension plan (50/50 contribution from you and us).
- Three weeks’ vacation to start, plus extra paid leave to support your wellness.
- Generous support for your professional growth and career development.
- $800 per year recreation allowance.
Primary Responsibility:
As part of a team, translate and edit a variety of texts to help PSAC communicate in both official languages in a clear, relevant and timely manner.
What you will bring to the table:
Education/Experience
- B.A. in translation plus five years of translation experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Knowledge
- Demonstrated command of work-related tools (lexicons, translation memories, project management software, etc.) and willingness to explore new technology.
- Solid grasp of a trade union’s role, activities and governance structure.
Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to skillfully translate and edit a variety of content, including highly technical material.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Personal suitability
- Strong judgement, resourcefulness and flexibility to manage competing priorities.
- Interest in current affairs, human rights and workers’ rights.
- Eagerness to stay up to date on current affairs and developments in translation, editing, terminology, and social justice.
What you need to know:
- Second language level indicated above is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process. However, valid federal government SLE results can be used toward this.
- While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
- A full job description is available upon request.
NOTES:
Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through HRMS.
Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet the qualifications of this position can request a transfer in accordance with the relevant collective agreement by submitting an application on or before the closing date. Please upload a cover letter indicating that you are requesting a transfer as well as a resume in your candidate profile (if not previously done) and indicate “Yes” under “Employment Information”.
Employment Equity at PSAC is focused on five groups: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If you belong to one or more of these groups, please consider responding to the voluntary employment equity section of the online application.
All individual information collected from this questionnaire will be kept strictly confidential.
In many cases, you may identify in more than one designated group. For example, you may identify yourself as an Indigenous person and a person with a disability and a woman.
False declarations will be taken seriously and may prompt an investigation or further actions, as necessary.
Please contact HRactionRH@psac-afpc.com to obtain this questionnaire in an alternate format (e.g., large print), should you need more information, or require assistance in completing this questionnaire.
For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email hractionrh@psac-afpc.com.
About Public Service Alliance of Canada
The Public Service Alliance of Canada represents more than 180,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. Our members work for federal government departments and agencies, Crown Corporations, universities, casinos, community services agencies, Aboriginal communities, airports, and the security sector among others. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with 23 regional offices across Canada.