Manager, House Documents

Keeping Ontario's Legislative Assembly running smoothly takes many talented people, doing many different jobs—from camera operators and committee clerks, to purchasing officers and researchers. The Office of the Assembly is dedicated to serving Ontario's Parliament.

Together, we provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, as well as operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is determined by the strength and diversity of our staff and by supporting our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration and excellence.

Manager, House Documents

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario seeks a Manager, House Documents who, as part of our House Publications and Language Services Branch, in Toronto, ON, will oversee the production and publication of House documents and, through gradual training as a Clerk at the Table, will provide procedural advice to the Speaker and Members of the Assembly on the interpretation and application of the Standing Orders and parliamentary practice, procedure, and privilege

What can I expect to do in this role?

You'll act with integrity to:

• Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in a non-partisan support role
  
• Exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgement in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment when dealing with MPPs, staff of the Legislative Assembly, the general public, and other external clients

You'll support our collaboration as you:

• Act as the central coordinator for the timely production of all the official document-related activities of the House as they relate to the responsibilities with which the Clerk of the House is charged under the Standing Orders
  
• Oversee the safekeeping of all records and papers of the House, the printing and distribution of the Bills, Orders and Notices Paper and Votes and Proceedings, and the printing and proper indexing of the Journals and Final Status of Business
  
• Give sound advice to senior management and elected officials
  
• Convey information relating to the business of the House and the use of specific wording in House documents
  
• Manage the Team Lead and the Legislative Information Coordinators by developing work performance foals and managing performance through review, coaching and counselling

How do I qualify?

You demonstrate excellence through your:

• Completion of a University degree and 3-5 years of related experience
  
• Proven experience as a leader and editorial professional
  
• Superior interpersonal skills to create a positive environment
  
• Ability to establish cohesive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
  
• Knowledge of publishing and print production techniques, practices and principles
  
• Interest in and/or knowledge of the function of the Legislative Assembly
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
  
• Specialized knowledge of parliamentary procedures and some proficiency in French are preferred

If you join our team, you can expect:

• To work with a team of dedicated professionals
  
• A competitive benefits package and Employee Assistance Program
  
• Continued training and development
  
• A dynamic working environment
  
• To have access to an employee and family assistance program
  
• Long Service Recognition Awards

Salary Range: $90,348 to $136,530
File No.: LA-2022-80
Closing Date: October 17, 2022

If you share our values and are interested in this position, please visit us at  https://www.ola.org/ and select Careers for more details.

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario embraces diversity and, as an equal opportunity employer, is committed to creating an inclusive workplace while establishing a diversified qualified workforce. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your contact information to hr@ola.org for follow-up.

While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Collection of Information

Your personal information is being collected and will be used to determine your qualifications for employment with the Ontario Public Service, and for recruitment modernization initiatives. OPS Careers is an authorized common service in accordance with s. 6 of the Ministry of Government Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.25 and this collection of personal information is necessary to the proper administration of OPS Careers.

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All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, October 17, 2022 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.