Field Operations Supervisor ***Extension of the deadline***

Update: Please note that we have extended the application deadline to December 19.

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

In your GC Jobs questionnaire responses, clarity, coherence, conciseness as well as appropriate attention to detail (spelling, grammar and relevance to the factor being substantiated) will be used to evaluate the essential qualifications.

One or more assessments such as screening, Second Language Evaluation (SLE) testing, or reference checks may be conducted simultaneously. Assessments may start as early as January 2024.

Duties

• Participates in the planning, organizing and control of census test field operations for an assigned area
• Trains and supervises a team of supervisors, and coordinates their activities and those of their employees
• Participates in the monitoring, analysis and evaluation of field operations by reviewing activity reports
• Authorizes employees’ weekly payment, expenses and allowances
• Monitors performance and productivity of staff and resolves collection, staff and pay issues
• Promotes respondent participation in the census test and participates in the implementation of regional communication strategies
• Responds to inquiries coming from the public
• Participates in the census test evaluation process

Work environment

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to make a direct impact on the planning of the 2026 Census of Population? Look no further! We are currently hiring for census test positions..

What is a Census Test?
Between censuses, Statistics Canada takes steps to ensure that each census produces relevant information that Canadians can use to make informed decisions. The 2024 Census Test is conducted to evaluate the census questionnaire (including new and modified content) and collection procedures and tools to prepare for the 2026 Census of Population. To do so, we hire new employees to help assess these new procedures, systems, and tools.

Our ideal candidate is:
• Looking for a short term and exciting opportunity (between 3-4 months)
• New to census and wants to learn about the project
• Looking for meaningful work and an opportunity to have a direct impact on the 2026 Census
• A dedicated team member that likes to provide feedback and recommendations
• Able to perform basic computer tasks

If this sounds like you, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.

What is the work environment?
Staff for this position will be working fully remotely from home.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one AS-03 position.

The pool of qualified candidates established from this process may be used to staff similar positions for the 2024 Census Test with various linguistic profiles, tenures and/or security clearances.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Education:

A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

Degree equivalency

Essential Experience:

• Experience supervising staff
• Experience in managing projects
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel) or similar software

Competencies:

• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action oriented
• Demonstrating integrity and respect

Ability:

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative – BBB/BBB
Bilingual imperative – CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to plan, control and manage projects in a decentralized environment*
• Ability to analyze reports and initiate corrective action
• Ability to recruit, train and motivate staff
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respect deadlines

* Decentralized environment is defined as an activity that includes multiple partners in different locations.

Personal Suitability:

• Leadership

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

Asset Experience:

• Experience delivering training
• Experience conducting recruitment activities

Organizational Needs:

Statistics Canada is committed to hiring and promoting a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population it serves. Preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

• Reliability status security clearance
• Possess a valid driver’s licence
• Availability and willingness to travel occasionally according to operational needs
• Availability and willingness to work overtime according to operational needs
• Availability and willingness to work evenings and weekends according to operational needs
• Have a secure office space and a private area at your place of residence to make confidential phone calls
• Have reliable internet access at your place of residence

The above conditions of employment must be met before an appointment is made and maintained throughout the employment. All costs associated with meeting the conditions of employment are the candidate’s responsibility.

Other information

Candidates need to submit their applications via the GC Jobs platform. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to contact the email referenced below under “Contact Information.”

Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice (English or French). Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Please note that the ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed throughout the entire application process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.