Writer/Editor

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about crafting clear, compelling, and precise communications? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise in writing and editing directly supports government leadership? If you have a sharp eye for detail, a talent for synthesizing complex information, and a commitment to delivering high-quality content, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our Ministerial Correspondence Unit (MCU) as a Writer/Editor and play a critical role in shaping government communications.
 

As a Writer/Editor, you will work closely with the Premier’s Office, Minister’s Office, Deputy Minister, MLAs, and departmental staff to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality correspondence and briefing materials. Your work will help shape the public and internal messaging of the GoA, ensuring clarity, consistency, and professionalism. 
 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Editing and refining a variety of government communications, including briefing notes, letters, and memos, to align with official style guides and messaging standards.
• Drafting responses to public inquiries and coordinating with ministry staff to complete and finalize correspondence.
• Reviewing and evaluating incoming materials to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with government policies and strategic priorities.
• Conducting independent research to verify facts and enhance the quality of responses.
• Ensuring all documents meet the highest standards for grammar, punctuation, and style, following the Canadian Press Stylebook.
• Providing communications advice and guidance to ministry staff, including best practices and ministerial preferences.
• Collaborating with MCU colleagues to develop and deliver writing workshops and support continuous improvement of correspondence processes.
• Maintaining response templates, intranet content, and document management systems to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Supporting leadership and acting as a key resource during the Manager’s absence.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the Minister’s and Deputy Minister’s offices, to ensure effective communication.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and navigate sensitive communications effectively.
• Excellent time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling you to analyze, synthesize, and refine complex information.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality, ensuring all correspondence meets high editorial standards.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Adaptability and resilience in managing shifting priorities and high-pressure situations.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.    
 

Qualifications

Required:

• A related university degree (e.g., English, Education, Communications, etc.), supplemented by at least two (2) years of related experience in editing, writing, and proofreading. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's responsibilities, used to assess writing and communication skills.
• Superior knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, formatting, and usage.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with government communication policies, procedures, and legislative processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and ARTS.

Equivalencies are:

• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or a minimum of six (6) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
 

Notes

Additional Position Details:

• This position is a temporary (up to September 16, 2026), full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm). 
• Location: Twin Atria Building, 4999 98 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6B 2X3
• This position would be eligible to participate in the Work from Home Hybrid once the incumbent is fully on-boarded, trained, and performing satisfactorily in the role after six months. 
• Traveling will consist of less than 25% of the work schedule.

Recruitment Process:

• Pre-employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, etc.
• Testing will be administered as part of our assessment process.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
• Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
   

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and a modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.