Supervisor, Library Services

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

We strongly encourage candidates to submit their applications on-line.

Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line:
• Candidates can create and manage their accounts in the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) and apply to job opportunities as long as an internet connection is available.
• Candidates can create a profile and retrieve stored application(s) (personal information, covering letter and résumé) previously submitted and modify them, if necessary, before submitting the application.
• Candidates can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.

NOTE: Candidates must clearly demonstrate, by responding to the preselection questionnaire, how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications.

Duties

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

Your tasks will include:

- Managing the activities of a specialized and dynamic team.
- Devising innovative recommendations and coordinate operational and technological improvements to the Legal Deposit Program by monitoring trends in the Canadian publishing industry.
- Promoting the Legal Deposit Program to internal and external clients and develop promotional materials.
- Partnering with clients, colleagues and professionals from other government departments, academia, industry and the private sector to share knowledge and collaborate.

Interesting, isn't it? If the answer is yes, we encourage you to submit your application.

Work environment

Library and Archives Canada offers a number of advantages:
1) We have our own compensation service and compensation advisors are
available on site. LAC is not serviced by the Pay Centre.
2) All human resources are located in the same place.
3) We offer on-site language training available to all employees.
4) Our offices are located at 550 de la Cité Boulevard in Gatineau (Gatineau
sector) near: Parc O bus, the Maison de la Culture, the Gatineau Sports Center
and near bike paths.
5) We also offer affordable on-site activities such as Zumba, cross fit, Yoga,
and more.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate (permanent) supervisory position and a second one in the next couple of months. This process may lead to the creation of a pool of partially qualified candidates (Up to Second Language Evaluation) and may be used to staff similar positions with various durations and language requirements within Library and Archives Canada.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education
Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a master’s degree in library science or in library and information science.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Exp1: Recent* and Significant** experience in performing library services and responding to client requests.

*Recent: This experience can normally be demonstrated by working in the field within the last three (3) to five (5) years.
** Significant: Means experience was a core part of the candidate’s employment.

Exp2: Significant** experience in developing and managing operational projects that improve services or work processes

** Significant: Means experience was a core part of the candidate’s employment.

Exp3: Experience in providing practical recommendations to management

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES
The competencies will be assessed using the Supervisor Simulation (428)
(https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/human-resources-toolbox/personnel-psychology-centre/consultation-test-services/public-service-commission-tests/supervisor-simulation-428.html)

Create vision and strategy
Mobilize People
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders: (Communication, Leadership, Behavioral flexibility)
Achieve results
Service orientation

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

Aexp1: Experience with human resource management such as the management of junior employees, including tasking, prioritization, reviews of work performed and evaluation of performance.

Aexp2: Experience managing metadata or cataloguing library materials.

Operational Requirements
Willingness to work occasional overtime during peak periods

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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 (simulation 428)
We may use the ASSET experience as a screening tool.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
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, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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