User Experience (UX) Manager/Strategist

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Assessment accommodation

Work environment

The user experience design team at Statistics Canada is currently 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.

We are searching for an innovator and leader in this domain to drive the strategic direction of this unit.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

EX1- Recent* experience in leading the development of enterprise class user-centred design (UCD) frameworks, methodologies, practices, principles, strategies, and tactical implementation plans.
EX2- Significant** work experience in user experience research and design.
EX3- Experience in group facilitation and/or coaching in relation to user centered research and design.

*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 User Experience design frameworks, methodologies, practices, principles and lifecycle artifacts.
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

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

Competencies

C1 - Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
C2 - Promote Innovation and Guide Changes

Abilities

A1 - Analytical Thinking
A2 - Ability to communicate effectively orally
A3 - Creative Thinking

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 administrated;
• An interview may be administrated;
• Reference checks may be sought;
• You will need to provide a copy of your proof of education;
• You must present your proof of Canadian Citizenship;
• Asset qualifications may be applied at any phase of the process;
• 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;
• Email correspondence will be used as the main method of communication with candidates for this selection process. Please note that you need to provide valid contact information and to update it, if required.

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.