User Experience (UX) Manager and Chapter Lead

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Work environment

The user experience design team at Statistics Canada is currently 17 members strong and growing.

The team has expertise in :

> user experience research and design;
> software development and analysis;
> interaction and graphic design.

That expertise is used on projects of all sizes via ideation and business problem definition, wire framing/prototyping possible solutions and supporting development efforts.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

Two years post-secondary diploma in Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Information Technology, Information Management, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Psychology, or another relevant specialty or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX 1 - Recent* and significant** work experience in user experience research and design, interaction design, user interface design/development, and/or usability and accessibility

EX 2 – Recent* and significant** experience with user-centered design (UCD) methodologies, user-centered design practices and principles

EX 3 - Experience investigating and evaluating the cause of usability and accessibility issues and recommend solutions

EX4 - Experience in group facilitation and usability testing techniques

EX5 – Experience in development of user-centric approaches, strategies and plans

EX6 – Experience in building collaborative partnerships

*Recent denotes experience normally acquired within the last five (5) years.

**Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with full-time performance of duties for a minimum period of three (3) years.

KNOWLEDGE

K1 - Knowledge of visual design and user interface design principles for web sites or applications

K2 - Knowledge of web information architecture, usability, accessibility, interaction design paradigms and design best practices

K3 – Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of financial and human resources management, administration, contract negotiation and management, and client consultation to effectively plan and manage complex IT Business Line Support service delivery activities

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES

C1 - Create Vision and Strategy

C2 - Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders

C3 - Promote Innovation and Guide Changes

C4 - Planning and organizing for results

ABILITIES

A1 - Analytical Thinking

A2 - Creative Thinking

A3 - Ability to communicate effectively orally

A4 - Ability to support development activities by understanding the development environment and assisting in implementation of user interfaces

PERSONNAL SUITATIBILITIES

Ps1 - Effective interpersonal relationship (team work)

Ps2 - Leadership

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 written examination may be administered.
- An interview may be administered.
- Reference checks may be sought.

You will need to provide proof of your education.
You must present your proof of Canadian citizenship.

Candidates may be expected to meet, in whole or in part, the criteria related to the Assets, Operational Requirements and Organizational Needs, depending on the position being staffed.

Travel expenses for testing and interviews will NOT be reimbursed.

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.

Asset qualifications may be applied at any phase of the process.

The organization will accept on-line applications only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (jobs.gc.ca).

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication with candidates for this selection process for screening and assessment (including issuing results and sending invitations for written test and interview). Please note that the onus is on the candidates to provide valid contact information and to update it, if required.

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

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.