Hansard Input Editor

Parliamentary Publications Branch produces verbatim records and indexes of the debates which take place in the Legislative Assembly and its committees. These verbatim records are known as Hansard. They are published in English, as well as French when spoken.

Input editors work from an audio recording to transcribe the debate as it is ongoing. They apply in-house editing guidelines. They research citations, names, concepts, and more to ensure accuracy and consistency. They work with digital audio, Microsoft Word, and various research tools.

This is a part-time sessional position which works about 450 hours per year, typically for 10 weeks from March to May and for six weeks from late October to early December, with intermittent work throughout the year. During session, input editors must be available during our core hours: Monday-Wednesday afternoons and Thursday mornings. Work is sometimes available Weekday mornings and evenings during session.

Ideal candidates will have superior English language skills with strengths in grammar, vocabulary, and spelling, along with three to five years of word processing experience and editing experience. Candidates should have experience in research and a familiarity with reference materials and navigating the internet. Candidates must have a high school diploma, preferably supplemented by post-secondary education in a related field. Proficiency in French would be an asset.

All employees of the Legislative Assembly Service are required to provide non-partisan, confidential service to all Members of the Legislative Assembly.

To learn more about the LAS, our vision, mission, and values, and to find further information about the position, salary, and benefits, please visit https://www.legassembly.sk.ca/las/employment/