Writer/Editor

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

20h•CA$76,614 - CA$100,493•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) helps provide stability and security for vulnerable Albertans, including seniors, people with disabilities, low-income individuals and those facing homelessness. This includes supporting the delivery of preventive programming and helping Albertans access disability services, homelessness supports, financial assistance and employment services, seniors supports, continuing care and other social-based programs. The Ministerial Correspondence Unit (MCU) is responsible for ensuring that correspondence and other materials meet writing criteria established by the ministry, and that email and other inquiries are responded to in a timely and consistent manner. To find out more about our work visit: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services. As a Writer/Editor, you will be responsible for providing professional writing/editing services for communications related to the Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services. The position reports to the Team Lead, Sr. Writer/Editor and works collaboratively with a team of other Writer/Editors. The Writer/Editor is responsible for ensuring industry, Ministry, Division, and Branch editing and writing standards are followed.

Requirements

A University graduation in a related field, plus 2 years of progressively responsible related experience, OR a two-year diploma in a related field, plus 4 years of progressively responsible related experience.
Related education may include English, Journalism, or Communications.
Excellent English verbal and writing skills.
Excellent memory and attention to detail.
Excellent computer skills, good knowledge of appropriate software and ability to organize data logically.
Creative problem solving.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Ability to effectively handle time pressures and manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
Strong ability to think critically about issues that may impact the organization or the public at large.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency working with project management and tracking software, such as the Government of Alberta’s Action Request Tracking System (ARTS)
Writing and editing experience within a complex or multi-faceted organization

Responsibilities

Provides professional editing and/or draft writing to Branch or Division staff.
Reviews original materials to ensure the language used communicates the intent of the document and can be understood by the intended audience.
Identifies and implements necessary changes regarding spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and word usage.
Adheres to templates and style guides to ensure accuracy and consistency in editorial aspects such as writing style, spelling, punctuation, spacing, headings, colour, graphics, and layout.
Clarifies meaning and consistency of facts and other production requirements.
Identifies concerns regarding the clear and accurate expression of content and subsequently negotiates and addresses with divisional staff all questions and concerns that result from editing of the product.
Ensures clear instructions are given to divisional staff regarding necessary changes and reviews all requested changes.
Throughout production of content, reviews and edits all requested changes.
Uses appropriate digital presentation strategies, tone and language style for the intended audience.
Ensures assessment products conform to industry, ministry, division, and branch specifications and standards.
Plans and organizes information gathering and tasks and presents them in a format consistent with departmental policies and of interest to readers.
Suggests any changes that will contribute to improved quality of content and/or appearance.
Assists branch, sector or division staff with the preparation of key documents.
Adheres to established processes and provides input and recommendations for continuous improvement of the processes.
Adapts priorities to meet deadlines.
Provides accurate and current status updates as requested.
Works independently within defined Ministry objectives as well as collaboratively as a member of project teams.
Participates in branch and unit meetings to provide and receive updates regarding ongoing work activities, projects, Ministry partnerships, and other branch and Ministry business.
Written communication materials are researched and produced, ensuring accurate and consistent communication of key messages relating to assessment and other divisional programs and issues; appropriateness of contents for identified audience(s); and compliant with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Forwards requests to appropriate program areas and coordinates response preparation within established deadlines; reviews draft responses for style, tone, clarity, conciseness, and accuracy.
Provides consultation and guidance relating to written communications materials.