JUR Jurilinguist
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Justice
Legislative Counsel
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45408
Salary(s): JUR $93,128.00 - $127,398.00 per year
Closing Date: July 12, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
This competition is being held to fill one Regular Full-Time position.
This position is Designated Bilingual. The successful candidate must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in both official languages (English and French).
The Legislative and Parliamentary Translation Branch is searching for an experienced, curious and creative translator-revisor looking to excel in their work. The successful candidate will be well supported and will work with a team of respectful and passionate colleagues in an environment where intellectual effort is rewarded and collaboration is encouraged, including with on-site legislative drafters.
Duties:
Reporting to the Director of Legislative and Parliamentary Translation, the Jurilinguist is a senior legislative translator and reviser who ensures the creation of French legislation, including complex legislation, that meets accepted Canadian principles in French legislative drafting. The Jurilinguist works closely with Translation Counsel to ensure the two language versions of legislation have the same legal effect. In addition, the Jurilinguist translates and revises complex parliamentary documents from the Legislative Assembly, applying appropriate terminology and concepts of parliamentary procedure.
Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Successful completion of a university degree in a related discipline relevant given the position
- Comprehensive knowledge and command of verbal communication in both official languages
- Comprehensive knowledge and command of written communication in both official languages
- Extensive experience in translation from English to French
- Extensive experience reviewing and revising translations for accuracy and attention to detail Ability to quickly make sound decisions
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work assignments and work under pressure to meet changing workload demands and deadlines
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Desired:
- Extensive knowledge of the concepts and principles that apply to the revision of legislative texts and ability to follow Canadian French-language legislative drafting standards
- Knowledge of parliamentary procedure
- Experience mentoring other translators
- Certification in translation from a Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC) affiliated organization or another recognized organization
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Evening and weekend work as required
- Must be fluently bilingual in English and French
Advertisement # 45408
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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