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Reporting to the Senior Manager, Data Analysis and Visualization, the Statistical Officer provides non-partisan statistical services, data analysis and data visualization to support the work of Parliament.

The incumbent performs the following duties:

• responds to statistical and data-related requests from parliamentarians and their staff;
• assists other Library employees in supporting the work of parliamentary committees;
• contributes to the development of research publications
• develops, maintains and updates data-related products and services.
• provides statistical, data analysis and data visualization support across the Library of Parliament.

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in statistics, economics, data science, or a related field, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Experience:

• Experience working with large and complex datasets from multiple sources and covering different time periods.
• Experience using advanced Microsoft Excel features and functions.
• Experience using statistical software or programming languages, (e.g., R, Python), to conduct quantitative analysis and develop data visualizations.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of statistical and quantitative analysis methods, data analysis, and data visualization.
• Knowledge of a wide range of tools and technologies relevant to statistical analysis, data analysis, and data visualization.
• Knowledge of authoritative Canadian and international data sources, including official statistical sources.
• Knowledge of current and emerging Canadian public policy issues and their potential implications for the work of Parliament.

Competencies:

• Adaptability
• Client Focus
• Embracing Diversity
• Exemplifying Integrity
• Attention to Detail
• Research
• Teamwork
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication
• Organizational Awareness

Asset Criteria:

• Experience building, cleaning, transforming and updating datasets for interactive dashboards, visualizations and maps.
• Experience using Statistics Canada’s Social Policy Simulation Database and Model (SPSD/M).
• Experience applying Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus) and analyzing disaggregated data to identify differences, trends, and disparities across population groups.
• Experience developing high-quality data visualizations, including charts and tables, to effectively communicate analytical findings.

Conditions of Employment:

• A successful pre-employment security screening.
• A second-language evaluation (Bilingual staffing – imperative): CBC/CBC.

Second language self-assessment test:

To help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your written expression and reading comprehension in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

Try out the self-assessment tests for written expression and reading comprehension.

For more information on language requirements, see the language requirements for candidates.

Please include a cover letter with your application describing how you meet the education and experience requirements of the position. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Please combine your cover letter and CV into a single document or upload your cover letter on the second page of the application form.

The Library of Parliament welcomes all candidates to apply and encourages applications from Indigenous persons, racialized persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons and persons with disabilities for this position.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free staffing process. If you have an accommodation request or require material in an accessible format, please contact us at [email protected].

Education and experience requirements will be used to determine which candidates will be asked to participate in the next stage of the selection process.

This selection process may include a second-language evaluation, a written exam, and an interview. 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.

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.

Satisfactory references and proof of education are essential conditions of appointment.

Travel and relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidates.

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