Short Term Technical Writer

**Short Term Technical Writer** REF#764**

**Title**:Short Term Technical Writer

**Department**: Legislative Procedures Technical Services (LPTS)

**Reports to**:Director, Legislative Procedures Technical Services

**Designation**: Full-Time, Fixed Term - Four (4) Months

**Vacancies**:One (1)

**JOB SUMMARY**

The LPTS Short Term Technical Writer works in collaboration with the LPTS Department drafting legislation in accordance with the Tsuut’ina Nation Legislative Process Act. The LPTS Short Term Technical Writer performs a variety of functions both independently and in a team environment.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Works in collaboration with the Tsuut’ina Nation Government, Senior Management, Staff and Citizens to obtain information for Tsuut’ina Legislation
- Review, write, or amend Tsuut’ina Legislation, working in collaboration with Tsuut'ina Nation Legal Counsel and content providers using the Tsuut’ina Nation Legislation process.
- Performs research by collecting data from focus groups, meetings, surveys, International, Federal and Provincial Legislation etc. for Legislative Documents.
- Provides facilitation support for LPTS Director and Senior Management.
- Responsible for ensuring that presentation equipment is working and available.
- Works as a team member to assist with writing or other duties for the ratification of Tsuut’ina Legislation.
- Communicates orally and in writing to Head Chief and Minor Chief, managers, technicians, lawyers, staff, board members and to related individuals as well as forwarding documents and correspondence.
- Must attend Tsuut’ina Nation Head Chief and Minor Chief Meeting as directed, as well as any other meetings as directed by the LPTS Director.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS**:

- Desired Knowledge and Experience:

- At least one year of substantive professional experience and education related to legislation or policy development, with a strong emphasis on writing, analysis, and communications.
- Experience with post-secondary education (preferred degree in Public Policy, English, or specialized diploma in Technical Writing).
- Knowledge about Treaty No 7, Treaty Relations with Canada, Jurisdictional Authority of Tsuut’ina.
- Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office-Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Personal Attributes:

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment.
- Be able to accept constructive criticism and take direction.
- Have an analytical mind.
- Reliable, respectful, honest, and willing to learn.
- Strong editing, writing, compositional, communication and research skills.
- Ability to draft in simple and clear language, bearing in mind the end-user.
- Ability to facilitate effective and accurate communication.
- General Employment requirements:

- Valid Driver’s License and must have own reliable transportation.
- Criminal Record Check.
- Oath of Confidentiality.
- Must be willing to Travel and must hold a current valid credit card for travel purpose.
- **NOTE**:_
- **Please note that this organization adheres to Sections 1 - 9 of the Aboriginal Employee Preference Policy for selection and displacement.**_

**Competition Reopened: May 20, 2025**

Tsuut’ina Nation Human Resources Department

9911 Chiila Boulevard, Tsuut’ina, Alberta T3T 0E1

ATTN: Recruitment Officer

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those chosen with the required qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Legislation or Policy Development: 1 year (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-02