EDUCATION:

University degree in Translation or in a related field. Certified translator with the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario (ATIO) or an equivalent professional certifying organization.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 5 years of experience in English-French and French-English translation in the education sector or a similar field.

SKILLS:

Superior oral and written communication skills in French and English.
Superior translation skills, primarily from English to French. French to English an asset.
Fully versed in a PC/Microsoft environment using various programs necessary in a translation and communications environment, including computer assisted translation tools.
Excellent knowledge and background in technical translation and technical writing in a broad range of disciplines.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing with a variety of audiences.
Methodical and disciplined approach to work, attention to detail and quality focus.
Proven planning, organizational and priority setting skills.
Adaptive, flexible and capable of working effectively under stress.
Capable of working effectively as part of a team and independently.
Multi-task oriented.
Excellent people skills.
Creative.
Professional, enthusiastic, dependable, flexible.

Glendon is York University’s Francophone and bilingual Faculty and the only institution in southern Ontario where university programs are offered in both French and English. In 2013, Glendon was named the Centre of Excellence of French-Language Postsecondary Education and its current strategic plan includes the strengthening of its bilingual mandate and, as a result, the development of its relationships with French-language colleges, bilingual universities and with the Francophone community of the Centre-Southwest. Reporting to the Provost’s Office (York) and to the Principal’s Office (Glendon), the Senior Translator is responsible for translating technical and non-technical written materials from English into French, and on occasion from French into English. The Senior Translator is also responsible for writing, comparative editing, proofreading, translation database management, terminology management, and providing leadership, professional advice and functional guidance for communication activities.The Senior Translator will work on projects for York University and for Glendon College and will be located at the Glendon campus.