The Office of the Auditor General (OAGO) is an independent office of the Legislative Assembly that conducts performance and financial statement audits of the provincial government, its ministries and agencies. We also audit organizations in the broader public sector that receive provincial funding. Our vision is to deliver exceptional value and assurance to members of the Legislative Assembly, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, and all Ontarians through high-quality work that promotes accountability, economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the Ontario public sector.
The OAGO is looking for a Director, Editorial Services and Production to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all our editorial content, ensuring it is consistently high-quality, engaging, and aligned with our brand and objectives. You will develop and execute comprehensive editorial strategies, manage a diverse team of editors, writers, and contractors, and meticulously maintain the editorial standards and processes that safeguard our brand integrity. This role is central to producing the impactful reports, media materials, and external publications that drive public conversation.
About the job
As a Director, Editorial Services and Production, you will:
• Strategic Leadership & Vision
o Develop and implement forward-thinking editorial strategies that directly support the organization's overall goals.
o Identify and analyze trends, audience needs, and the evolving media and public landscape to inform content direction.
o Collaborate closely with senior management and other departments to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across all published materials.
• Content Oversight & Quality Control
o Oversee the creation, editing, and production of all editorial content, ensuring it is accurate, engaging, and adheres to OAGO brand guidelines.
o Establish and maintain rigorous editorial style guides, standards, and best practices.
o Implement and manage quality control processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and legal compliance (e.g., copyright, intellectual property).
o Establish and manage editorial calendars and workflows for timely production.
• Team Management & Development
o Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of editors, writers, and content creators, including managing external contractors.
o Provide continuous coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback to team members.
o Foster a collaborative and productive working environment, effectively delegating work to meet production deadlines.
• Budget Management
o Manage the editorial service budget, including expense control and negotiating contracts with external vendors.
What you bring to the team
You will qualify for this position by demonstrating:
• Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of journalistic integrity, ethical publishing practices, and the legal considerations of intellectual property and rights.
• Deep knowledge of the evolving media landscape and content distribution channels.
• Proven ability to develop and implement high-impact editorial strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate vision and direction.
• Demonstrated capability in guiding and motivating teams while building strong working relationships.
• Strong analytical skills to process information, capitalize on content trends, and make informed decisions.
• Expert ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Asset Qualifications
• Having the ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in French is an asset.
What's in it for you?• A modern organization with a flexible work model.
• Work with an innovative and high-performing organization, committed to creating a positive organizational culture.
• A defined benefit pension plan, Comprehensive Health Plan, and Life and Disability Insurance.
• Healthcare spending account.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits.
How to apply
If you want to work in an environment that is positive, challenging, and safe, where your contributions are valued, please submit a cover letter and resume (as one document) by November 25, 2025
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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects Ontario's varied communities and promoting a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply, and encourage applications from people with disabilities, racialized individuals, including Indigenous and Black applicants, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
We offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process, consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team at resumes@audtior.on.ca who will respond to you within 72 hours.
We also believe in the importance of providing services to Ontarians in both official languages, and encourage interested bilingual candidates to apply, particularly for public-facing positions.
Notes:Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) Screening• Prior to an offer of employment, the top applicant(s) will be required to undergo a screening by the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC).
Qualified List Information:• A list of qualified candidates will be established for the Director, Editorial Services and Production position in the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario (OAGO) and will be in effect for twelve (12) months from the date the list is created. Qualified candidates on the list may be considered when filling future permanent and/or temporary vacancies in this position.