Apply By: Friday, September 5, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Legislative Administrative Assistant - Bilingual (English/French)
Job ID:
232261
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of the Attorney General
Division:
Office of the Legislative Counsel
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
Bilingual English/French
Job term:
1 Temporary assignment/contract up to 6 months with the possibility of extension
Job code:
09OAD - Office Administration 09
Salary:
$28.14 - $32.82 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Join a team at the heart of Ontario's law-making process, where precision, collaboration, and purpose come together.
Support the creation and publication of legislative documents in a role that offers unique insight into how laws are drafted, filed, and shared with the public.
Our office is located across from Queen's Park, a vibrant area rich in history, culture, and green space, with easy access to public transit and local amenities. You'll be part of a small, trusted team that values autonomy, professionalism, and teamwork. If you're looking for meaningful work in a supportive and engaging setting, we encourage you to apply.
You will:
You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.
You have:
You can:
You have:
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
Support the creation and publication of legislative documents in a role that offers unique insight into how laws are drafted, filed, and shared with the public.
About the job
As a Legislative Administrative Assistant, you'll work closely with lawyers and editors in a collaborative environment. You'll help prepare and format bills, regulations, and other legal documents, gaining valuable experience in how legislation is created and published in Ontario. This specialized role offers a unique skillset that can lead to future opportunities in editing, translation, or other areas of legislative support.Our office is located across from Queen's Park, a vibrant area rich in history, culture, and green space, with easy access to public transit and local amenities. You'll be part of a small, trusted team that values autonomy, professionalism, and teamwork. If you're looking for meaningful work in a supportive and engaging setting, we encourage you to apply.
You will:
- format and proofread legislative documents such as bills and regulations
- maintain organized electronic and paper files using databases and document management tools
- assist with the preparation and filing of regulations under Ontario's legislation
- provide administrative support to legal professionals, including scheduling and correspondence
- respond to public and internal inquiries in person, by phone, and by email
- support the publication of legal documents for official platforms like e-Laws and The Ontario Gazette
What you bring to the team
Mandatory:
You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.Administrative and organizational skills
You have:- experience with office procedures and managing multiple tasks
- the ability to maintain accurate records and manage file systems
- time management skills to meet competing deadlines
Communication and interpersonal skills
You have:- clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- attention to detail, including proofreading and following formatting standards
- the ability to work respectfully and effectively with colleagues, clients, and the public
- a high level of discretion, professionalism, and a customer service mindset when handling inquiries and sensitive information
Research and analytical skills
You can:- assess inquiries and determine what information is needed
- find reliable information using available tools and resources
- evaluate information to provide accurate and helpful responses
Technical skills
You have:- proficiency with office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- experience with document formatting and file management systems
- the ability to learn and use specialized tools such as Adobe Acrobat or database systems
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
What we offer
English:The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
- a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
- flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
- a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
- base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
- tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
- a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
Additional information:
Apply by:
Friday, September 5, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 Bilingual English/French Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 99 Wellesley St W, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Schedule 3.7
Category:
Administrative and Support Services
Posted on:
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Note:
- This ad is also available in French.
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About security checks:
A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential. - C-AG-232261/25
How to apply:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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