Linguist - Ottawa, Canada - Canadian Security Intelligence Service

Canadian Security Intelligence Service

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Important:

Closing Date

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Job Category
Entry Level

Who Can Apply
Canadian Citizens

Location
Ottawa, Ontario

Salary Range
$73,970 - $89,970

Status
Indeterminate (permanent)

Language Requirement
English Essential

Job Summary:

The Translator provides foreign language translation services:

Translate texts from foreign languages to English and vice versa.
Review/revise or edit translations into English submitted by staff and freelance translators for accuracy and style.
Summarize foreign language materials.
Contribute to the grading of language proficiency tests.
Coordinate translation projects involving teams of translators and revisers on major projects.
Provide technical and linguistic assistance to freelance translators and revisers.
Assist with the training and development of freelance translators and revisers.
Conduct foreign language quality audits.
Provide consultation to operations on contents and context of foreign language materials.
Conduct terminological research and assist in the preparation of foreign language glossaries.
Provide interpretation services as required.

Education:

Bachelor degree and two years of relevant experience*The educational program must be 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 through a recognized credential assessment service.

Note:
Any higher level of education could be recognized as experience

Relevant experience is defined as:
Experience in translating written material from a foreign language into English.

Foreign languages of interest are:

Mandarin, Russian and Arabic.

Assets:

Bachelor degree in Translation or in a foreign language studies
Experience in interpreting from a foreign language into English and viceversa.
An indepth knowledge of the associated culture.
Certification from a professional association recognized by the Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC).
Experience in revising translated material.
Experience in advising clients regarding cross cultural communication.

Assessment Process:
Written Exam

Assessment Process:
Competency Based Interview

Competencies:

Adaptability / Flexibility
Client Service
Organizational Skills / Multitasking
Teamwork.

Conditions of Employment:

Not Applicable

Notes:

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (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 groups' representation (including persons with disabilities, racialized groups, 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.

You are invited to voluntary self-declare if you belong to any of these groups in your cover letter as Persons with Disabilities information will be used and Indigenous Peoples information may be considered in the selection process.

Security Requirements:

Others:

Important:

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.

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