Librarian Chief

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You must clearly demonstrate in your answers to the screening questions HOW you meet the essential education and experience and any applicable asset experience factors listed.

It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. The answers to the screening questions will be the main source of information used by the assessment board to determine whether you meet the essential and asset education and experience factors. Your answers to the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR MISSING INFORMATION. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in the rejection of your application.

Candidates screened in, will be invited to the assessments that will take place in the weeks of September 10 and 17, 2018. You will have to make yourself available.

Duties

We are looking for candidates who:
- are not afraid to innovate;
- propose ideas and creative solutions;
- think outside the box;
- are open-minded;
- establish collaborative relationships with customers and partners.

What will you do?

The Larkin-Kerwin Library Team reports to the Information Management/Information Technology (IM/IT) Branch of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).

As Chief Librarian, you will be responsible for managing and providing library, research, lending and information services to CSA employees and external clients, including libraries in federal and provincial departments, public, academic and private organizations, industry partners and the general public.

You will be called upon, among tasks, to:

Manage the activities of a specialized and dynamic customer service team.

Devise innovative recommendations and coordinate operational and technological improvements to the library by monitoring trends in federal and/or scientific libraries.

Develop and analyze evaluation tools, services and products offered and take the necessary measures to meet client needs.

Promote the library's expertise and services to internal and external clients and develop promotional materials. Focus on the political context surrounding the CSA to add value to library services.

Partner with colleagues and professionals from other government departments, academia, industry and the private sector to share leading-edge knowledge in the areas of library and information science.


Interesting, isn't it?

If the answer is yes, we encourage you to submit your application.

Work environment

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA), a stimulating environment, is committed to leading the development and application of space knowledge for the benefit of Canadians and humanity.

Besides being a stimulating environment, the CSA offers several interesting amenities:
- gym (badminton, squash, exercises classes);
- daycare;
- cafeteria;
- free parking.

The Information Management team at the CSA is a united, competent, multidisciplinary team at the heart of the organization. To best serve its customers, the team is a visionary partner offering quality services. Fully committed, it contributes to making the CSA a model of excellence in the management of its Information Managements.

We look forward to welcoming you to the team!

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to staff a permanent position. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used for needs with various tenures (permanent, temporary, acting).

Positions to be filled: 1

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

EDUCATION

Graduation with a master's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in library science or information science; OR, graduation with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in library science or in information science for which another bachelor’s degree was a prerequisite.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES

• Recent* and extensive** experience in providing library services and responding to client enquiries;

• Recent* experience developing, providing and promoting quality information services in response to the needs of the client base;

*Recent: This experience can normally be demonstrated by working in the field within the last three (3) to five (5) years.

**Extensive: Means experience that was a core part of the candidate's employment

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

ASSETS:

• Experience maintaining an Integrated Library System and/or library website;

• Experience in the management and delivery of library services in a scientific library, including collections management and research services;

• Experience in human resources management, such as the management of junior employees, including tasking, prioritization, approval of training and reviews of work performed and evaluate performance;

• Experience acquiring and maintaining electronic products and services such as databases and electronic bibliographic resources.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGES

• Knowledge of emerging trends in library services;

• Knowledge of the legislative and policy framework within which federal government libraries operate (e.g. Library and Archives of Canada Act, Policy on Information Management).

ABILITIES/SKILLS

• Customer Service orientation;

• Create Vision and Strategy;

• Mobilize people;

• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders: Communication, Leadership, Behavioral flexibility;

• Promote innovation and ability to guide change;

• Achieve results;

Key Leadership competency (Supervisor role): https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile.html

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

• Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, women.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and ability to work overtime, as required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Note: Those selected must meet this condition on appointment and maintain it throughout their tenure in the position

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Only the applications submitted via the GC Jobs Website will be considered as part of this appointment process. All requests presented otherwise (ex: fax, email, mail) will not be accepted.

A candidate Achievement Record (self-reported examples of past performance and work-related achievements) could be requested.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A simulation may be administered.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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.