English Editor

Senate of Canada | Sénat du Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A notable government body seeks an experienced English Editor to join its Debates and Publications team in Ottawa. The role involves editing transcripts of Senate Debates and committee proceedings, ensuring accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and spelling using digital editing software. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a minimum of two years' experience in editing services. The positions are casual, offering flexible hours to accommodate varying workloads and commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in editing or proofreading services.
• Ability to retain and synthesize large amounts of information.
• Strong attention to detail in editing and correcting text.

Responsibilities

• Edit transcripts of Senate Debates and committee proceedings.
• Ensure accuracy of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Work with in-house XML-based application for editing.

Skills

Editing

Copy editing

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Digital editing software knowledge

Education

Degree in language studies, literature, communications, or translation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE

DIRECTION DES RESSOURCES HUMAINES

English Editor

Selection Process Number: 11447280

Directorate: Communications, Broadcasting and Publications

Classification: SEN7: Hourly rate : 42.72$ to 54.05$/hour

Job Type: Casual Worker (Max. 700 hrs)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Closing Date: Monday, December 22, 2025

About The Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

Working with the Debates and Publications team, you will edit transcripts of the Debates of the Senate and committee proceedings using our in-house, XML-based application known as “Iris”. You will be an integral part of the high-volume production team ensuring that the spelling, punctuation, grammar and syntax of the transcripts (written text) accurately reflects the digital audio of the proceedings while applying in-house style and usage standards. If you are an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for high-production editing, we want to hear from you!

Open to

The general public to staff two (2) casual positions in the Communications, Broadcasting and Publications Directorate – Debates and Publications.

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You are entitled to apply in the official language of your choice (English or French) and you can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

• A degree in a relevant field (ex: language studies, literature, communications, translation) or a combination of training and experience as an editor, copy editor or proofreader;
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience delivering services related to editing, copy editing and/or proofreading in English;
• An advanced ability to edit, correct and refine English grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation;
• Superior knowledge of digital editing software, digital technologies and Microsoft Office software;
• Availability to work evenings with staggered start times and increased responsibility with development;
• Ability to accept and incorporate feedback;
• Ability to retain and details or to create tools and methods to synthesize and retain large amounts of information;
• Ability to defend editorial changes and understand the subtlety of applying editorial standards to convert spoken words into text;
• Ability to establish and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong attention to detail and ability to compile, analyze, prepare, organize and maintain information in an efficient manner;
• Demonstrated ability to work simultaneously with different groups in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Linguistic Requirements

English Reading Comprehension: English Essential

English Written Expression: English Essential

English Oral Interaction: English Essential

Competencies

• Integrity
• Respect
• Service
• Communication
• Team spirit and cooperation

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation to be eligible for appointment.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.