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===What are the work locations?===

===What are the work locations?===

Hiring managers will be able to contact candidates who have passed the assessment stages for positions across Canada. There are many positions available with locations in most major cities.

Hiring managers will be able to contact candidates who have passed the assessment stages for positions across Canada. There are many positions available with locations in most major cities.

'''Halifax'''

'''Halifax'''

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The title can vary by department - typically it's Data Scientist, but there are also Data Analysts; Data Engineers; Data Specialists.

The title can vary by department - typically it's Data Scientist, but there are also Data Analysts; Data Engineers; Data Specialists.

   

   

===I don't have a bachelor's degree in data science. Can I still apply?===

=== I don't have a bachelor's degree in data science. Can I still apply?===

A bachelor's degree in any field is acceptable, but it requires a specialization (a minimum of two completed courses) in economics, sociology, or statistics; and relevant experience, as described in the [https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=1870237 poster].

A bachelor's degree in any field is acceptable, but it requires a specialization (a minimum of two completed courses) in economics, sociology, or statistics; and relevant experience, as described in the [https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=1870237 poster].

===How do I answer the screening questions regarding my experience?===

===How do I answer the screening questions regarding my experience?===

*To increase the likelihood of being selected, answer the screening questions using '''specific''' and '''concrete''' examples from your work, volunteer, or school experience.

*To increase the likelihood of being selected, answer the screening questions using '''specific''' and '''concrete''' examples from your work, volunteer, or school experience.

*A strong answer includes details such as when and where you acquired the experience and focuses on what you accomplished and the results you obtained.

* A strong answer includes details such as when and where you acquired the experience and focuses on what you accomplished and the results you obtained.

*A weak answer doesn’t provide enough details for the person reviewing your application to determine that you have the required experience. A weak answer could mean that your application is not selected for further consideration.

* A weak answer doesn’t provide enough details for the person reviewing your application to determine that you have the required experience. A weak answer could mean that your application is not selected for further consideration.

*Here are examples of strong and weak answers to the following screening question:

*Here are examples of strong and weak answers to the following screening question:

*Cancelled: Occasionally, a hiring organization may choose to cancel a job opportunity based on staffing needs.

*Cancelled: Occasionally, a hiring organization may choose to cancel a job opportunity based on staffing needs.

===I was notified that I was screened in/screened out. What does it mean?===

=== I was notified that I was screened in/screened out. What does it mean?===

*Screened in: This means that you passed the initial overview of your application and responses to the questions included in your application. You will move on to the next step of the process which could be a test, an interview or other form of assessment.

*Screened in: This means that you passed the initial overview of your application and responses to the questions included in your application. You will move on to the next step of the process which could be a test, an interview or other form of assessment.

*Screened out: This means that you did not pass one or more of the requirements set out in the questions of your application and will not be moving forward with the process. This could be because the assessment board feels you do not meet one or more of the criteria or you did not provide enough information for the board to make a definitive decision on whether you meet the criteria/criterion.

*Screened out: This means that you did not pass one or more of the requirements set out in the questions of your application and will not be moving forward with the process. This could be because the assessment board feels you do not meet one or more of the criteria or you did not provide enough information for the board to make a definitive decision on whether you meet the criteria/criterion.

Candidates who pass the first assessment step, which is based on their answers to the screening questions, will be invited to complete a written exam from home using their own computer. More details will be provided in the invitation to the exam.

Candidates who pass the first assessment step, which is based on their answers to the screening questions, will be invited to complete a written exam from home using their own computer. More details will be provided in the invitation to the exam.

===I have previously worked for the Federal Government, does this give me an advantage? ===

=== I have previously worked for the Federal Government, does this give me an advantage?===

It does not. However, depending on how long ago you worked for the Federal Government, and in what role, it may speed up the hiring process if you are offered a position.

It does not. However, depending on how long ago you worked for the Federal Government, and in what role, it may speed up the hiring process if you are offered a position.

For example, your Personal Records Identifier (PRI) number or security clearance status may still be valid, which can speed up the hiring process.

For example, your Personal Records Identifier (PRI) number or security clearance status may still be valid, which can speed up the hiring process.

===I have applied, but I have not receive any updates on my application. When will I be notified?===

=== I have applied, but I have not receive any updates on my application. When will I be notified?===

Due to the high volume of applications, it will take some time before you are notified of the next assessment step. Please see the estimated timeline on the main page for a better overview.

Due to the high volume of applications, it will take some time before you are notified of the next assessment step. Please see the estimated timeline on the main page for a better overview.

 

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