Manager, Reference centre and technical data

Important messages

You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the education and each of the experience criteria listed in the essential qualifications and any of the applicable asset qualifications on the Statement of Merit Criteria for the initial screening by answering the online screening questions.

Your CV will not be consulted at this stage of the process so please be sure to include substantiating details that clearly outline the breadth of experience as well as relevant timelines.

Failure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the screening criteria (Education, Experience, Essential and Asset (if applicable) may result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or missing information.

Work environment

Our office is located at 159 Cleopatra Drive, Nepean.

Intent of the process

The results of this process will initially be used to staff one (1) position indeterminately. The position being staffed is bilingual imperative BBB/BBB. However, in the case where none of the candidates would meet the official language proficiency, candidates meeting all other essential qualifications could be considered for a bilingual non imperative BBB/BBB appointment. A pool of qualified candidates will be established to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, determinate or acting basis, within Transport Canada in the National Capital Region.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

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

ED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in library and information science.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX1: Experience in managing a library or reference center and in managing electronic bibliographic and information management database systems or catalogues.

EX2: Experience in supervising subordinates.

EX3: Experience in researching and writing briefing materials or reports for management or staff.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

EDUCATION

AED: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AEX1: Experience working in a special technical library.

AEX2: Experience working in a regulatory environment.

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

Bilingual - Non Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

K1: Knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of librarianship and information management.
K2: Knowledge of database or catalogue design and maintenance.
K3: Knowledge of means of electronic record keeping and data management.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

KLC1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.
KLC2: Thinking things through and showing flexibility and originality of thought.
KLC3: Working effectively with others.
KLC4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/tal/kcl/eff-eng.asp

ABILITIES

A1: Ability to create and innovate by developing short and long term projects to enhance library services and information management within the branch.

A2: Ability to troubleshoot database and information management problems.

A3: Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.

A4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

A5: Ability to communicate effectively orally.

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing and able to work overtime with short notice.

Willing and able to travel for work.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

A written examination, an interview and a reference check will be part of the candidates' assessment.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at the time of assessment. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Therefore if you don’t have a canadian equivalency, please contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at 416-962-9725 or by email at: www.cicic.ca.

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