The Library of Parliament is a non partisan organization providing stimulating and rewarding work. We recognize that our employees are our most important asset and, as such, we offer excellent benefits, a minimum of four weeks’ vacation leave, learning opportunities to support professional and career development, competitive salaries, and more!

The Library believes that the excellence for which it is known is enhanced by nurturing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences and supports the full participation of all employees. The Library is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce reflecting the communities we live in and work in, the clients we work with, and Canadian society at large.

Our Parliamentary Information, Education and Research Services (PIERS) provides high-quality, substantive and timely information, research and analysis to parliamentary committees, individual senators and members of the House of Commons, and parliamentary associations and delegations.

We are currently looking for candidates to staff the following position: Information and Research Technician.

Information and Research Technicians work in teams to provide parliamentarians and parliamentary clients an impartial, confidential and bilingual reference service covering a wide variety of topics and issues of interest. Technicians also respond to information requests from the general public about the role, history and work of the Parliament of Canada.


INFORMATION AND RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

PARLIAMENTARY INFORMATION, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH SERVICES
CENTRAL SERVICES

Anticipatory Staffing

LT-4 ($62,179 – $71,095)
Bilingual staffing – imperative: (CBC/CBC)

For the purposes of this selection process, the competencies listed in the attached Competency Profile will be evaluated.

NOTE: While this position is eligible for part-time telework, regular on-site presence is required at Library of Parliament workplaces located in the National Capital Region.
*Job description is currently under review
**Rates of pay indicate economic increases up to 2019

The following knowledge criteria will also be evaluated:

  • Knowledge of search tools and techniques used to retrieve information from catalogues, online databases and websites
  • Knowledge of the Canadian parliamentary system, the federal government and parliamentary publications
  • Knowledge of current affairs that are of interest to parliamentarians and the general public

To be considered, candidates must have:

  • A Library Technician diploma OR a bachelor’s degree with some training or experience in a field related to the position 

Assets: 

  • Experience providing information or reference services
  • Experience working in a library, information centre or parliamentary environment

Operational Requirement: 

  • Information and Research Technicians may be required to work an evening duty shift every few weeks during sitting periods 

Candidates retained in this selection process will be required to obtain:

  • A successful second-language evaluation (Bilingual staffing – imperative: CBC/CBC)
    A successful pre-employment screening

Additional Information:

  • This selection process is open to the public and to employees of the Library of Parliament, the Senate, the House of Commons, the Office of the Senate Ethics Officer, the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, the Parliamentary Protective Service, and the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer. 
  • This selection process will include a second-language evaluation, a written qualifying exam and an interview. The interview will consist of behavioural, situational and knowledge-based questions. Candidates will be required to pass each stage in order to move to the next stage of the selection process.
  • Qualified candidates from this selection process may be considered for determinate or indeterminate positions at the Library of Parliament that require similar knowledge and/or competencies.
  • Education and experience requirements will be used to determine which candidates will be asked to participate in the next stage of the selection process.
  • On 22 November 2021, the Library implemented its Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination which requires that all employees be fully vaccinated. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated will apply whether they are teleworking or working on-site. This is an essential condition of employment that applies to indeterminate, determinate, student and intern hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment, the hiring manager or Human Resources will contact you in order to complete an attestation and, if you are working on-site, verify your proof vaccination prior to your start date.
  • Satisfactory references and proof of education are essential conditions of appointment.
  • Travel and relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidates.
  • Must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

Apply no later than  May 23, 2022 11:59 PM  Eastern Time.

To apply, please send us your curriculum vitae, along with a covering letter indicating how you meet each of the education and experience requirements of the position. Please quote Staffing Process 22-LOP-42 in your documents and in the subject line of your email.

Send us your application:

               By email: LOPCareers-CarrieresBDP@parl.gc.ca


Questions? Contact Human Resources at 613-617-0943 or LOPCareers-CarrieresBDP@parl.gc.ca.

We thank all those who apply. Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Competency Profile for Information Dissemination – Technician

 

ADAPTABILITY
Adapting in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups

Level 2: Adapts to situations.
• Changes own behaviour or approach to suit the situation.
• Adjusts rules or procedures, based on the situation, while remaining guided by the organization’s values.
• Adapts behaviour to perform effectively under changing or unclear conditions.

CLIENT FOCUS
Providing service excellence to internal and/or external clients, addressing immediate and evolving client needs

Level 2:  Maintains client contact.
• Follows up with clients during and after delivery of services to ensure that their needs have been met.
• Keeps clients up to date on the progress of the service they are receiving and changes that affect them.
• Maintains service to clients during critical periods.
• Addresses clients’ issues in order of priority.

EXEMPLIFYING INTEGRITY
Treating others fairly, honestly and respectfully, furthering the integrity of the organization and its relationships of trust within the work environment and in the broader community

Level 1:  Acts in fair and ethical manner toward others.
• Treats everyone equally with fairness, honesty and respect all the time.
• Refrains from behaviour or language that is exclusionary or offensive.
• Focuses on organizational success rather than personal gain.
• Follows through consistently on promises and commitments made to others.
• Presents facts and circumstances transparently, no matter how difficult the facts may be.
• Guards confidential and sensitive information, passing it on only to those that need to know.
• Maintains ethical principles even in the most challenging circumstances.
  
ORGANIZATIONAL AWARENESS
Understanding the workings, structure, culture and distribution of power within and beyond the organization and for Parliament as a whole, and applying this understanding to solve problems and achieve desired outcomes

Level 2:  Understands and applies informal organizational structures and processes.
• Identifies the unwritten, informal structures, culture, rules, power dynamics and decision-making processes.
• Builds an informal network of relationships to facilitate progress toward objectives.
• Positions arguments based on an understanding of informal communities of shared interest.
• Recognizes unspoken organizational constraints – what is and is not possible at certain times or at certain levels.
• Applies both formal and informal channels or networks for acquiring information and assistance and for accomplishing work goals.

DATA / INFORMATION RETRIEVAL AND ANALYSIS
Locating and retrieving data/information from a wide variety of sources and analyzing it to extract insights and meaning

Level 3:  Demonstrates intermediate knowledge and ability, and applies the competency, with minimal or no guidance, in the full range of typical situations. Requires guidance to handle novel or more complex situations.
• Processes complex data/information from various sources.
• Evaluates data sources using objective criteria.
• Seeks expertise to discern and compare information or to clarify a problem.
• Maximizes the potential of available technology to identify relevant information.
• Processes large volumes of information, discerning relevant and irrelevant information under tight deadlines.
• Communicates the results of retrieval and analysis tasks in a way that is usable and actionable by the intended audience.

QUALITY FOCUS
Implementing procedures and standards to ensure high-quality results, and taking action to identify or manage quality issues, as appropriate

Level 2:  Consistently meets quality standards set by the organization.
• Answers basic questions related to policies and procedures for quality assurance set by the organization.
• Exemplifies quality standards set by the organization.
• Seeks opportunities to improve how work is done, raising the quality of the output. 

COMMUNICATION
Communicating clearly and respectfully with different audiences, both orally and in writing

Level 3:  Adapts communication.
• Tailors communication (e.g., content, style, tone and medium) to diverse audiences and readerships.
• Reads cues from diverse audiences to assess when and how to change planned communication approach to deliver message effectively.
• Communicates with varying organizational levels, sometimes on the spot.
• Recognizes others’ complex or underlying needs, motivations or concerns, communicating effectively despite the sensitivity of the situation.
• Conveys important nuances and context to facilitate understanding of the message or material.

TEAMWORK
Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals

Level 2:  Proactively assists and involves others.
• Initiates collaboration with others.
• Assumes additional responsibilities to facilitate the achievement of team goals.
• Seeks input from other team members on matters that affect them.
• Provides input to other team members as needed.

ANALYTICAL THINKING
Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options and support sound decision-making

Level 2:  Identifies critical relationships in information.
• Identifies critical connections and patterns in information and data.
• Draws logical conclusions based on an in-depth analysis of information.
• Recognizes causes and consequences of actions and events that are not readily apparent.
• Anticipates obstacles in considering next steps.