Data Analyst / Analyst

Work environment

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is currently looking for qualified Data Analysts/Analysts with expertise in a variety of fields, including economics, sociology, statistics, database development, data analysis, computer science or other related fields.

The PSC is located in a new building in Gatineau, easily accessible by public transit. To facilitate teamwork, we have access to several collaborative rooms where you can readily connect to your network account. We also have some active workstations equipped with treadmills or stationary bikes, allowing you to keep in shape while working! Being an independent and mid-sized organization of about 700 employees that reports directly to Parliament, you will have easy access to senior management.

The positions to be filled are within the Data Services and Analysis Directorate (DSAD) of the PSC’s Oversight Branch. DSAD supports the PSC’s mandate by producing analytical research and statistical information on hiring and staffing in the public service.

The main duties, depending on the position you fill, are:

a) Provide insight about staffing in the Public Service to a wide range of stakeholders by conducting client-driven research, generating reports, and providing data and advice.
b) Support intelligence creation by putting in place sound and rigorous data management techniques.
c) Develop and conduct surveys.
d) Conduct statistical analysis to support the PSC’s Oversight mandate.
e) Meet internal and external client needs through the creation of data products and by responding to specific client requests

Intent of the process

The intent of the process is to staff a number of positions. A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff several positions with various linguistic profiles and tenures at the EC-04 and EC-05 level within the PSC and other departments in the National Capital Region, subject to the PSC’s approval.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

(There are various types of EC positions within our organization. Part A or B of the EC Qualification Standard will be used depending on the position to be filled.)

Part A: The minimum standard is:
•Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program in social science or statistics.

Part B: The minimum standard is:
•Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in economics, sociology or statistics.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE FOR ALL POSITIONS:

Experience in processing, manipulating and analyzing large or complex data sets using a statistical software, such as SAS, SPSS, Stata, R, etc.*

Experience in preparing reports, presentations or briefing material to address diverse audiences.*

Experience in working with various types of data holdings on various topics.*

EXPERIENCE FOR THE EC-05 (IN ADDITION TO THE CRITERIA ABOVE):

Experience collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders.*

Experience preparing analytical results and making recommendations to management.*

*: Applicant must have at least two years’ experience in a workplace setting to qualify for the EC-05.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC, BBB/BBB, French or English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of data analysis and their application.

ABILITIES FOR ALL POSITIONS:

Ability to critically analyze data, interpret results, formulate sound conclusions, and communicate them effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities or requirements.
Ability to work effectively with others.

ABILITIES FOR THE EC-05 (IN ADDITION TO THE CRITERIA ABOVE):

Ability to link analysis and deliverables to an organization’s mandate.
Ability to provide advice and recommendations on complex issues.

Personal Suitability:

Team work
Initiative
Judgement
Attention to detail

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS FOR BOTH THE EC-04 AND EC-05:

Experience working with survey instruments and/or managing survey operations.

Experience in the development of data products or reports using business intelligence tools, such as automated processes, data visualization or OLAP data cube.*

Experience working with labor force, staffing data, or human resources data.*

Experience working in a client service environment.*

Experience in all aspect of the project management life cycle.*

*: Applicant must have at least two years’ experience in a workplace setting to qualify for the EC-05.

Ability and willingness to work overtime on occasions.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Certain positions could require a Secret clearance

Other information

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.