Data Collection Clerk – Casual Inventory for Eastern Region

Data Collection Clerk – Casual Inventory for Eastern Region

Reference number : STC24J-023215-000280

Selection process number : 24-STC-CEO-QUE-751-862 Statistics Canada

CR-03

This inventory is for casual employment. Casual employment is temporary employment of 90 working days or less in a calendar year.

Salary: $50,503 to $54,478 (This salary represents a 37.5 hour/week schedule; the annual salary will be pro-rated in accordance with the actual number of hours worked on a weekly basis.)

Closing date : 13 August 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time.

Who can apply : Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Did you know?

Statistics Canada is the winner of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Winner of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers Award in 2023, and voted one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young Professionals. Statistics Canada promotes career advancement for data collection clerks and encourages continued learning and training. Statistics Canada employees have access to mentorship and sponsorship opportunities.

Please apply only for locations where you have a genuine interest in working. Please note that relocation will not be offered.

HOW TO APPLY

• Click on "Apply Online" and complete all sections within the job advertisement.
• Ensure that your personal information is complete and accurate.
• Upload the latest version of your résumé.
• Respond to Screening Questions.

Candidates are not required to submit a cover letter. Instead, candidates will be asked to answer screening questions for each essential and asset criteria (education and experience) through the electronic application. Candidates will have to provide concrete examples for each screening question demonstrating how they have acquired the education and experience criteria in one or two paragraphs.

Duties

Statistics Canada conducts over 2.5 million interviews with Canadians every year. The Data Collection Clerk is part of a team supporting the collection of survey data covering a variety of topics such as health, labor, housing, environment, culture, business, and economics. They help produce key information that provides a solid foundation for governments, businesses, unions, non-profit organizations, and individual Canadians to make informed decisions.

In this job you will :

Be responsible for data collection related activities involving Statistics Canada survey participants across Canada. Daily activities could involve, but are not limited to, the following tasks:

• Collecting, documenting, and organizing data.
• Verifying and safeguarding data.
• Communicating with respondents.

Intent of the process

This inventory is for casual employment. Casual employment is temporary employment of 90 working days or less in a calendar year, to meet needs for temporary vacancies arising from vacation, sick leave, training, special projects, etc.

NOTE : Casual employees are not eligible to apply to internal appointment processes.

The intent of the process is to staff Data Collection Clerk positions in various locations.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined.

Information you must provide

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

EDUCATION

Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards or approved alternatives. An acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience may be accepted.

An acceptable combination is defined as: Successful completion of 2 years of secondary school and a minimum of 2 years of working experience obtained through the private or public sector, community work, volunteer work, self-employment, or other.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in dealing with the public, either by telephone or in person (e.g., call center, front line customer service responding to requests for information, helpdesk, technical support, etc.).

Experience in the utilization of various computer software packages and applications to perform daily tasks such as launching applications, performing research, opening/closing/locating/editing of documents and/or files, uploading information, and running software programs. This may include specialized software & applications, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.), word processing, and various research tools.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications):

Operational Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Reliable telephone service/cellphone coverage at your place of residence.
• Mobility normally associated with the possession of a valid driver’s license and the unrestricted use of a vehicle may be required.

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

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Willingness and availability to work variable hours, including days, evenings, and weekends on a rotating shift basis.
• Have reliable internet access at your place of residence.
• Have a secure office space and a private area at your place of residence.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Any conditions of employment that are required for the position 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

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.

Statistics Canada is committed to hiring and promoting a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population it serves.