Editor

Canada Growth Fund Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIS is seeking an Editor to edit and proofread official documents in preparation for publication, ensuring high-quality outputs through rigorous copy editing, clear structure, accurate messaging, and accessible language.

The ideal candidate holds an undergraduate degree with four years of experience, demonstrates advanced editing skills, and can guide colleagues on English and French terminology, working under tight deadlines and across government contexts.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and experience in editing and revising official documents.
• Ability to ensure accuracy, consistency and high-quality language in published materials.
• Experience advising on English and French terminology within a bilingual context.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread official documents for final publication.
• Establish and maintain standards for structure, messaging, accessibility and clarity.
• Collaborate with Translation Services on terminology and bilingual consistency.

Skills

Editing expertise

Proofreading

Linguistic guidance

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

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Closing Date

Closing Date 2026-11-06

Reference Number

Reference Number 26-968-08-147

Job Category

Job Category Experienced

Who Can Apply

Location

Salary Range

Salary Range $99,392 - $120,917

Status

Language Requirement

Job Summary

The Editor is responsible for editing (stylistic and copy editing) and proofreading written documents, in preparation for final publication.

• Ensure production of high-quality products by establishing, communicating and maintaining standards as they relate to report structure, context, cohesiveness, messaging, information layering, analysis, narrative, accessibility, clarity and impact, and ensuring the standards evolve according to client expectations.
• Review all products by editing, refining and correcting the content (including grammatical and punctuation errors), as necessary, under tight deadlines.
• Develop and ensure adherence to established stylistic guidelines/standards.
• Recommend, in cooperation with Translation Services, appropriate standardized English and French terminology and ensure consistency and adherence to standards. Advise staff on linguistic matters in both official languages.

Establish and develop effective relationships with other government departments, agencies and industry to keep abreast of changes in policies and practices in government and new methodologies.

Education

• Undergraduate degree and four (4) years of experience*

The undergraduate degree must be obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada, you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience.

Experience

*Experience is defined as:

• Advanced knowledge and experience in editing and revising correspondence, reports, briefing materials, and other official documents.
• Advanced knowledge of the rules and principles of editing, as demonstrated by working on sensitive documents written by subject matter experts and using specialized terminology.

Candidates must also possess:

• Experience in reviewing and editing a variety of products under tight deadlines targeting different audiences.
• Experience in providing advice and guidance on writing standards to colleagues and senior management.
• Experience in managing multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritizing deliverables
• Communication
• Rigour
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Organizational Skills/Multitasking
• Client service

Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Professional certification with Editors Canada.

Conditions of Employment

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.

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

The immediate need is to staff this position with a linguistic profile of Bilingual imperative PPC.

Candidates who do not have PPC proficiency will be tested.

Level P is a specialized level that requires expert or technical language usage and that applies to such occupations as text editors and translators. It is not, therefore, subject to testing through the Second Language Evaluation test. A specific test must be administered to assess the employee’s competence in the professional skill.

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

• Employment Equity Gaps have been identified among Indigenous Peoples for this position. You are invited to voluntary self-declare if you belong to this group in your cover letter, as this information may be considered in the selection process.

Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

Important

We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as we will be reviewing and screening applications on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled. Federal Workforce Adjusted (WFA) employees are encouraged to apply for available positions and clearly indicate in their WFA status on their cover letter.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.

CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. Gaps have been identified among Persons with Disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.

The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.