Digital Archivist

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

***NOTE Candidates who applied to the process 18-BAL-EA-799 must REAPPLY as the Statement of Merit criteria is different.

Candidates that apply for this position will have to complete a **SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE** in order to clearly demonstrate that they meet the education and experience criteria (essential and asset qualifications) and **A WRITTEN EXAM.

Candidates must submit their application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via this portal will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented prior to the closing date and accepted by the hiring manager.

The ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed using the answers to the above-noted questions, the screening questions and your résumé.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Intent of the process

TOP-DOWN SELECTION AND/OR ASSETS QUALIFICATIONS MAY BE USED IN THIS SELECTION PROCESS.

We have 3 positions to fill, 1 indeterminate and 2 for specified periods (approximately 1 year with the possibility of extension). A pool of qualified candidates will be established from this process which may be used to staff similar positions with various locations, linguistic profiles and requirements and employment tenures within LAC across Canada.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A response to a text question addressing the following:

• *** WRITTEN EXAM INSTRUCTIONS***
  
  This exam will be used to evaluate the following criteria:
  • Knowledge of Archival Science principles or practices
  • Knowledge of evolving trends and technological developments affecting the management of archival collections or the provision of digital archival and research services
  • Knowledge of digital preservation principles, standards or solutions.
  
  By completing this exam you certify and acknowledge that the below statements are true and correct. You understand that making false statements constitutes fraudulent behavior. You understand that employing fraudulent behavior will result in elimination from the selection process. I attest, acknowledge and accept the following:
  
  • I will not duplicate or redistribute any information;
  • I will not consult with another person or seek their assistance. I will not copy from or impersonate another person, nor will I ask a person to impersonate me;
  • I will not copy information from a website or engage in any other form of cheating or fraudulent behavior;
  • I will safeguard all confidential information. Confidential information is defined as all information that, if released, could jeopardize the integrity of the staffing process. I hereby agree that I will not distribute, disclose, or otherwise share confidential information with anyone.

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

EDUCATION:
Master's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in archival or social sciences (for example: history, sociology, political science) or some other specialty relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
-Experience in the appraisal, acquisition, description, management or preservation of digital archival collections
-Experience working with technical solutions for managing digital collections.

KNOWLEDGE:
-Knowledge of Archival Science principles or practices
-Knowledge of evolving trends and technological developments affecting the management of archival collections or the provision of digital archival and research services.

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
-Experience in project management
-Experience in web archiving
-Experience in drafting policies or procedural documents
-Experience in conducting training sessions
-Experience participating in professional library or archival associations or communities
-Experience assessing and implementing standards in an institutional context.

Degree equivalency

ASSET KNOWLEDGE:
-Knowledge of digital preservation principles, standards, and solutions.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB
English Essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively orally;
Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Analytical thinking
Effective interpersonal skills
Initiative
Reliability
Adaptability

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Availability and willingness to travel.
Availability and willingness to work overtime.

Conditions of employment

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
Reliability Status security clearance
Reliability status and Secret, depending of position requirement.

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

A written exam will be administered.You must answer the knowledge question(s) at the moment of application.

Please note that achieving a pass mark on any of the assessments used does not mean you will move forward in the selection process. Management may decide to use a cut-off mark that is higher than the pass mark on any of the evaluations used throughout the selection process.

The asset qualifications may be used at any point in the process.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

***TOP DOWN SELECTION MAY BE USED IN THIS SELECTION PROCESS***

Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.

Please ensure that your Personal Record Identifier (PRI) is included in your application.

You must provide proof of your education credentials at a later date.

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.

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment first.

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.