Job Description

The Library of Parliament is a non-partisan organization providing stimulating and
rewarding work in support of Canadian parliamentary democracy. We recognize that our
employees are our most important asset and, as such, we offer excellent benefits, a
minimum of four weeks\' vacation leave, flexible work schedule options, 35-hour work
week, learning opportunities to support professional and career development, competitive
salaries and more!
The Library of Parliament believes that the excellence for which it is known is enhanced by
nurturing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences and supports the
full participation of all employees. The Library is committed to creating and maintaining a
diverse workforce reflecting the communities in which we live and work, the clients with
whom we work, and Canadian society as a whole.
Information and Collection provides high-quality, substantive and timely information,
reference and documentation services to parliamentarians and their staff by building,
managing, preserving and optimizing access to the Library\'s information assets.
We are currently looking for candidates to staff the following position: Digitization
Clerk.
The incumbent is responsible for the digitization and digital reformatting of documentary
material. The incumbent also assists library clerks, as needed, with clerical functions.
DIGITIZATION CLERK
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT, ACCESS AND PRESERVATION
INFORMATION AND COLLECTION
1 Indeterminate Position and 1 Determinate Position (24 months)
CGS-3 ($51,012 - $57,967)
(Bilingual staffing - imperativ
Note: This position is not eligible for regular telework. The location of work is on-
site at Library of Parliament workplaces located in the National Capital
Region.

• The salary scale is based on 2019 rates.

** The job description is currently under review.
For the purposes of this selection process, the competencies listed in the attached
Competency Profile will be evaluated.

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The following knowledge criterion will also be evaluated:

• Knowledge of document digitization principles

To be considered, candidates must have:

• High school diploma or acceptable combination of relevant education, training and

experience;

• Experience in digitizing documentary material;
• Experience in using a library management system such as an integrated library system,

a client request management system or a document or records management system to
manage client requests or track collection circulation, loans or collection description;

• Experience in performing work that requires sustained accuracy and attention to

detail.
Candidates retained in this selection process will be required to obtain successfully:

• A second-language evaluation (Bilingual staffing - imperative:
• A pre-employment screening

Additional Information:

• The Library of Parliament welcomes all candidates to apply and encourages

applications from Indigenous persons, racialized persons, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and
persons with disabilities for this position.

• This selection process is open to the public.
• This selection process may include a second-language evaluation, a written qualifying

exam, an interview and a post-interview written exam. The interview will consist of
behavioural, situational and knowledge-based questions. Candidates will be required
to pass each stage in order to move to the next stage of the selection process.

• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment,

starting with the staffing process. If you require accommodations during any phase of
the evaluation process, please contact us at

• Qualified candidates from this selection process may be considered for determinate

or indeterminate positions at the Library of Parliament that require similar knowledge
and/or competencies.

• The vaccination requirement for employees of the Library of Parliament established

by the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination was suspended. The Library of Parliament
will continue to follow the situation closely, and should the epidemiological
conditions change, we will assess whether there is a need to reinstate the vaccination
policy and the associated essential condition of employment applicable to
indeterminate, determinate, student and intern hiring.

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• Education and experience requirements will be used to determine which candidates will

be asked to participate in the next stage of the selection process.

• Satisfactory references and proof of education are essential conditions of appointment.
• Travel and relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidates.
• Only those legally permitted to work in Canada can participate in this

selection process.
Apply no later than 17 September 2023 - 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time).
To apply, please send us your curriculum vitae, along with a covering letter indicating
how you meet each of the education and experience requirements of the position.
Please quote your full name and Insert Staffing Process Number 23-LOP-209 in your
documents and in the subject line of your email.
Send your application by email at
Questions? Contact Human Resources at
We thank you for your interest. Please note that only those selected for further

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