Recruitment Campaign for Data Scientists – Information Page for Candidates

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Process Information and Latest Updates

Data Science in the Government of Canada

FAQ

Campaign Information and Latest Updates

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Latest Updates (January 6th 2023) - We are still screening applications. We have begun sending results. The rest will follow in the coming weeks. Please visit your GCJobs profile and check your email for your results. If your application is selected for further consideration, you will be asked to provide proof of education and specialization (transcript) later in the recruitment process. Please ensure that you have a copy of your transcript or diploma on hand. If you studied abroad, you must have your credentials assessed against Canadian education standards. This will allow you to provide proof that your foreign credentials are comparable to Canadian standards. We recommend that you begin this process in advance as the evaluation process may take several weeks. Please consult the following link for detailed information: Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards.

Our Goals

The Public Service Commission is launching a Canada-wide selection process that aims to recruit the very best talent in data science.

Are you interested in a job where you will be responsible for improving the lives of Canadians? If you are, look no further! Join the federal public service to work on deriving meaningful and actionable insights from the vast amount of collected data. Here in the Government of Canada, we work on projects ranging from artificial intelligence, machine learning and Big Data analytics to initiatives that assess, modernise and improve the efficiency of services we provide to Canadians.

Your options in the Government of Canada are vast - Chief Data Office, experimentation teams, cyber defence or policy, learning teams and more. Here you will have an opportunity to deliver country-wide change by working on inspiring projects and with amazing, intelligent professionals, while growing in your career.

Our workplaces have temporary or permanent measures in place to ensure the health and safety of employees as well as the continuity of operations. You will be able to discuss these measures and other workplace flexibilities such as telework and work location with the hiring manager for a specific job opportunity.

Our Values

The Government of Canada is committed to fostering a public service culture grounded in diversity, inclusiveness and accessibility. An inclusive workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated and respected, and where each person’s talents and strengths are fully developed and utilized.

Our Recruitment Process: What to Expect

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Check out this video for tips on how to complete the online application. It is possible to view the embedded video from the source page.

Estimated Timeline for Data Scientist Post-Secondary Recruitment Process

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Note: The timeline is only an estimate and can be subject to change during the assessment process.

November 2022

• Candidates apply online between November 2 and 30, 2022.
• Information sessions are offered during the month of November 2022 (see above for dates and links to registration forms).

December 2022 to January 2023

• Pre-screening phase: answers to screening questions will be evaluated by human resources advisors and subject matter experts. Candidates must meet all essential Education and Experience qualifications.

February to March 2023

• An at-home written exam will be sent to candidates by email who were successful at the pre-screening phase. The following four competencies will be assessed:
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
  • Ability to work effectively with others;
  • Analytical thinking;
  • Ability to uphold privacy standards and code of ethics.

• Candidates who wish to be considered for bilingual positions will be required to undergo second language evaluation. More specifically, candidates will have to do the Unsupervised Test of Written Expression, the Unsupervised Test of Reading Comprehension, and the Oral Language Assessment. You can learn more about second language evaluation in the federal public service by clicking here.

April to May 2023

• Candidates who passed the written exam will be invited to matching events with hiring managers. Hiring managers will conduct interviews during these matching events.

Accommodation Measures: For You to Perform at Your Best

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If you require accommodation due to a disability or a personal situation at any step during the assessment process, please contact us. Accommodations can be provided for the testing environment, the test format, the response format of tests and scheduling/timing. Some examples of accommodation that can be provided: live reader, speech-to-text software, extra time, bigger font, etc. Note that all accommodation requests remain confidential.

It is possible to view the embedded video from the source page.

Contact Information

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Please reach out to us at:

GC Recruitment Team: cfp.rp-psr.psc@cfp-psc.gc.ca

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