Job Description

The Library of Parliament is a non-partisan organization that supports Canadian
parliamentary democracy and provides a stimulating and rewarding work environment. We
recognize that our employees are our most important asset, which is why we offer
excellent benefits, a minimum of four weeks\' vacation leave, flexible work schedule
options, a 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: Electronic
Services Librarian.
The Electronic Services Librarian provides expertise in the selection, licensing and
management of electronic information resources purchased for the Library of Parliament\'s
collection. The incumbent manages the provision of ongoing access to the Library\'s
electronic resources, reviews license agreements, analyses and collects usage data to
support collection development. The incumbent also maintains close working
relationships with vendors, publishers and partners and provides troubleshooting to our
clients; and works collaboratively with the team to implement collection development
strategies and operations. The position\'s highly sought expertise ensures a high-quality of
e-resources collection that meet and anticipate the parliamentary client needs.

ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN
LICENSING AND RENEWALS
INFORMATION AND COLLECTION
Indeterminate Position
LS-03 ($92,404 - $110,507)
(Bilingual staffing - imperative: CBC/CBC)
Note: While this position is eligible for part-time telework, regular on-site presence is
required at Library of Parliament workplaces located in the National Capital
Region.

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* currently under review
For the purposes of this selection process, the competencies listed in the attached
Competency Profile will be evaluated.
The following knowledge criteria will also be evaluated:

• Knowledge of electronic library resource management, linking technologies,

authentication mechanisms, usage data standards

• Knowledge of the processes and best practices in the acquisition and licensing of

electronic library resources

• Knowledge of the principles and best practices for the support and troubleshooting of

technical issues with electronic resources
To be considered, candidates must have:

• A master\'s degree in Information Sciences or Library Sciences from an accredited

university, or a combination of experience and education directly related to the
responsibilities of the position.

• Experience working with licensing and acquisition of electronic resources
• Experience with supporting users through technical problems and troubleshooting
• Experience with the selection of electronic library resources

Asset(s):

• Experience in working with multiples vendors and services providers
• Experience using content management software and authentication solution
• Experience with a multi-layered IT environment
• Experience training users on electronic resources and databases

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 and an interview. The interview will consist of behavioural, situational and

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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.

• 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 18 March 2024 - 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 23-LOP-478 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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