Digital Imaging Specialist (Anticipatory)

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Assessment accommodation

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.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates that apply for this position will have to complete a **SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE** where you are required to explain how you meet the essential education and experience, as well as the asset education and experience for the initial screening by answering ONLINE SCREENING QUESTIONS. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described experience, etc. provided in screening questions should be supported by your resume which may be used as a secondary source to validate the information provided. 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.

Applicants must meet ALL essential qualifications but DO NOT need to meet all factors listed under “Asset Qualifications” to be eligible for consideration. However, depending on the requirements of the position or positions to be staffed, “Asset Qualifications” may be a deciding factor in selecting the candidate with the right profile for a position.
The ability to communicate effectively in writing may be assessed using the answers to the screening questions, written exam and/or your résumé.

***IMPORTANT
Please note that some of the positions might be identified as part of a sunset-funded program. This means that your temporary period of employment would not count in the calculation of the total amount of time required for indeterminate status pursuant to the Treasury Board Secretariat Term Employment Policy.

***The positions are currently located in Gatineau, but there might be a need to have positions located in Ottawa.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions within Library and Archives Canada with various tenures (assignment, secondment, acting assignment, specified period or indeterminate) and/or various linguistic requirements and profiles, which may vary according to the position being staffed.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
Successful completion of two years of post-secondary education in photography or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

The acceptable combination is defined as having a minimum of two years *related education, training and/or experience in the field of photography, imaging or digitization, in a production environment.

*Related education such as:
Graphic arts, Bachelor in arts with photography component, Video Production / Television Broadcasting, other.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Significant* experience performing digital imaging activities in a production environment
Significant* experience using professional camera equipment or large format scanning equipment
Significant* experience conducting quality assurance activities on digital images

* Significant experience is defined as having at least twelve (12) months experience

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE
Experience working with library or archival material
Experience working in a MAC and OS X environment

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of photographic theory and lighting techniques
Knowledge of digital imaging theory, methods and software
Knowledge of the best practices for the care and handling of archival holdings
Knowledge of terms and technologies associated with traditional photography

ABILITIES
Ability to work in a production environment
Ability to manage priorities
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing
Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot equipment issues

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Initiative
Team Work
Interpersonal relationship
Reliability
Attention to detail

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Work flexible hours
Willing and able to work overtime, on occasion and on short notice

Some work locations are not accessible via public transportation. Therefore, incumbents will be required to find the appropriate means of transportation.

Please find below the possible work location:
625 Boulevard du Carrefour, Gatineau, Québec
550 Boulevard de la Cité, Gatineau, Québec
680 Boulevard des Affaires, Gatineau, Québec
395 rue Wellington, Ottawa, Ontario
3701 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Reliability Status security clearance, secret
Lift boxes weighing up to 22,8 kg (50lbs)
Ability and willingness to work in a dark environment
Ability and willingness to work in a dusty environment
Ability and willingness to work in a noisy environment

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

ALL JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE WWW.JOBS.GC.CA WEBSITE. NO APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED BY EMAIL.

A written exam might be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

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

The application of the Asset Qualifications, random selection and/or top down selection may be used at any stage of the selection process. 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 evaluation used throughout the process.

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

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

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

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

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.