About Us Please note, in order to be considered, applicants must be fully bilingual in French and English and must submit their cover letter and resume in both French and English.

The Office of Acadian Affairs and Francophonie (the Office), a division of the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage, serves as the central support agency for the Government of Nova Scotia, providing tools and resources for the delivery of services in French by public institutions.

The Office oversees the implementation of the French-language Services Act and Regulations.

The Office fosters relationships with community, government and sectoral partners to help ensure the priorities of the Acadian and francophone community are reflected in the policies, programs and services of the provincial government.

The Office also recognizes the contributions of the Acadian and francophone community and supports community development initiatives across multiple sectors.

About Our Opportunity Reporting to the Translation Program Coordinator, the Translator delivers specialized, timely and accurate English-to-French translations and revisions of complex and sensitive documents, correspondences and resources spanning a broad range of sectors and topics, reflective of the varied mandates of government departments and offices.

The Translator consults with, advises, and supports clients on French-language communication and translation best practices, while ensuring compliance with the French-language Services Act and Regulations, as well as established policies, procedures, service standards and quality controls.

The Translator conducts research and analysis, interprets information, and develops recommendations to meet clients’ translation and communication needs, including understanding unfamiliar, technical, or specialized content to produce accurate translations.

The Translator contributes to initiatives that enhance the quality,



consistency and accessibility of French-language services and government communications in French.

They contribute to the development and implementation of translation policies, programs, service standards and quality controls, which enhance the Translation Services Program and support government's legislative requirements to communicate and deliver services in French.

The Translator supports translation services and communications in French during emergency situations outside regular business hours.

This will require work during evenings and weekends, depending on the nature and timing of emergency situations.

Qualifications and Experience You are a highly motivated and details-oriented induvial with a passion for delivering high-quality results and assisting clients in communicating and delivering services in French.

You are naturally curious and seize opportunities to quickly learn current subjects.

You excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing competing priorities and deadlines.

You take initiative and demonstrate sound judgment while working both independently and in consultation with colleagues and clients.

More specifically, you meet the following requirements: Possess a university degree in translation (or related field) and a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in translation; or a related university degree and a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in translation.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Are bilingual in English and French at an advanced level in reading, writing, and verbal communication.





Are certified with a Canadian qualified association in translation OR are in the process of obtaining certification OR are eligible to obtain certification.

Specialize in, and have demonstrated experience in, English‑to‑French translation.

The following are considered assets: Experience interpreting legal and regulatory requirements related to government service development and delivery, as well as advising on communications in a minority language, ideally French.

Experience leading or contributing to the development of policies, procedures, service standards, and quality controls related to the translation of documents and information.

Experience providing advice on engaging and communicating with minority language communities, including Acadians and francophones.

Demonstrated understanding of the realities and dynamics of the Acadian and francophone community in Nova Scotia.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Advantages Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

What We Offer Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies Countless career paths A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus Pay Grade: PR 13 Salary Range: $2,;- $3,;Bi-Weekly

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