Economics and social science services (EC) group - Application Guidelines

1.1.1 Selects the sources of information, statistical techniques, methods and approaches to meet specific needs.

1.1.2 Provides operational assistance on routine and low complexity cases/files/projects related to court decisions; collects fines, exchanges information with parties and drafts basic legal documents. Precedents are used to guide these activities.

1.1.3 Identifies, selects, interprets, analyzes and evaluates bibliographic information from selected publications. Creates and maintains automated and manual serial control records and summary statements. Redirects, labels and processes publication issues for circulation.

1.2.1 Works as part of a project team and recommends enhancements to data retrieval methods to improve the effectiveness of assigned evaluation projects or initiatives.

1.2.2 Selects test cases and data from functional specifications to ensure that computer applications meet changing project requirements. Problems are simply corrected. (Amended)

1.2.3 Administers low complexity cases/files/projects that are routine and where precedents are available. Determines key words and sources of information and conducts basic research and analysis with new criteria to ensure precision of the findings. The work impacts on the time saved and related costs of the client(s), counsel, legal service providers or investigative agencies.

1.2.4 Decisions are made when establishing catalogue references that facilitate access to documents in the collection. Advises and trains users on cataloguing techniques/procedures and develops user guides and training material. Work involves producing statistical and administrative reports on the operational performance of cataloguing modules and periodic publications.

1.2.5 As a member of an economic policy working group, proposes research methods, conducts analysis, studies and surveys. Produces reports to support program/policy development, market studies and research projects. (Amended)

1.3.1 Determines the feasibility of urgent revision to the data collection and processing approaches in order to achieve critical research deadlines.

1.3.2 Designs and carries out analytical projects to identify trends and issues in the marine transportation industry in order to track and analyze domestic and international policies. Determines the relevant information to provide to departmental senior managers.

1.3.3 Analyses current statistics processing systems in terms of concepts and compliance with specifications and objectives, to determine the need for improvement. Researches and proposes alternative systems and devises tests to determine their suitability, costs and operational fee structure.

1.3.4 Identifies problems in the development, collection, processing, analysis and dissemination of statistical information. Searches for applicable precedents and proposes solutions or recommendations to management to resolve technical problems, modify existing techniques and methods or establish new approaches. Investigates client requirements for statistical information, determines the sources of information, adapts statistical techniques, methods and approaches for use in the collection, processing, analysis and dissemination of the data in an area of specialty. Each statistical project is unique in nature; but it is possible to draw upon corporate knowledge gained in similar projects to resolve problems.

1.3.5 Studies and synthesizes research on assigned criminal justice issues and hypotheses; assesses the completeness and relevance of research data; and identifies unresolved issues, knowledge gaps, controversies, contending theories, etc. to formulate recommendations on the extent to which information and conclusions can be used in developing policy on such programs as the Young Offendersand the Conditional Release programs. Organizes a large volume of information, data and documents, determines the best course of action and makes recommendations to counsel on the organization and the conduct of the case/file/project. Administers low complex cases/files/projects, determines the need for research and analysis, disclosure requirements and organizational resources, as well as analyzes and assesses claims; precedents are adapted for each specific case/file/project. Impact of recommendations or decisions is on the client department's policies, regulations and operations, which are linked to socio-economic aspects of Canadian society.

1.3.6 Conducts sector-specific studies and analysis and develops economic, statistical and financial information to support the development of products and services to facilitate the delivery of multi-sector, horizontal and interdepartmental risk analysis. Information available in a variety of forms and from various sources is analyzed and validated. Develops and presents reports for stakeholders that focus on risks, impact and lessons learned.

1.3.7 Performs supporting research to generate analysis of environmental factors and problems; reviews and analyzes data and contributes to defining the source and extent of information required, as well as the stakeholders, organizations or governments to engage to ensure a comprehensive collection of essential data and analysis of critical issues.

1.4.1 Develops recommendations to improve research methodologies, indicators, tools, systems, products, information and other approaches for policy research, and strategies related to broad issues (e.g. concepts affecting an industrial sector or a population segment). Analyzes potential solutions where no precedents exist, links them to general sectoral objectives and recommends departmental approaches.

1.4.2 Analyzes recent changes to departmental and interdepartmental economic policies to identify significant issues that may have arisen and to recommend approaches that will allow the department to avoid policy gaps. Such policy weaknesses are important but sometimes difficult to detect. (Amended)

1.4.3 Identifies the need for enhancements, upgrades and expansion to automated and manual tracking systems for the department. Plans for gradual integration while trying to avoid the inherent risks and minimize the impact of changes. (Amended)

1.4.4 Identifies strategic issues and determines the significance of recent trends in order to forecast possible implications for the agency and to devise approaches to improve research methods. (Amended)

1.5.1 Conducts research, and plans, develops and implements new methods, concepts and definitions for surveys; provides advice and consulting services on the use, interpretation and practical application of social and economic data and surveys to various special users, including private sector users and academics.

1.5.2 Develops plans, strategies, guidelines and approaches for the development and application of national transportation security policies in order to reflect the department's strategic direction and statutory obligations and to address security issues, emerging trends, and complex federal, provincial and international social, economic, financial and political factors. (Amended)

1.5.3 Plans and manages the analysis and evaluation of the effectiveness of descriptive or official computerized archival systems, standards, databases and thesauri. Advises on, and recommends, mapping, structure changes, new systems and revisions to existing ones and controls the transfer of legacy data between systems. Decisions and recommendations impact on the intellectual control of archival records in various media for senior management, departmental employees, external stakeholders, other government departments and the general public.

1.5.4 Develops corporate/regional short- and long-term, economic and socio-economic development policies, strategies, initiatives and advises senior executives, other departments, agencies, and levels of government, firms and associates. Develops approaches and quantitative methods, carries out complex analyses covering broad structural, horizontal and sensitive issues and generates proposals on current and anticipated policy questions.

1.6.1 Determines performance measurement priorities for specific sectors in the department. Decisions are made to translate program and policy objectives into measurable terms against which performance can be evaluated. The risk and implications of actions are difficult to determine, since there is a need to move from the abstract level of a justice policy statement to a concrete quantitative performance measurement scheme. Develops performance evaluation reports on relevant findings, balanced conclusions and recommendations. These recommendations impact decisions concerning the cost effectiveness, efficiency, viability and the need for federal government initiatives in the justice domain nationally as well as the realignment of resources across portfolios and departments. Performance evaluation recommendations form the basis of program redesign and future directions for policy in specific justice areas. (Amended)

1.6.2 Conducts for the assigned portfolio comprehensive research and analysis in historical, legal, socio-economic and cultural policy issues on emerging litigation; conducts case assessments including comparative assessments and provides expert advice; develops the litigation forecast and recommends financial and other strategies, assesses business risks; provides research policy development advice and strategies to litigation teams and case managers.

1.6.3 Initiates, plans and manages complex economic, financial, social science or socio-economic analysis, research and/or service delivery within a specialized area on behalf of the Government of Canada. Formulates expert strategic advice, briefings, recommendations and solutions on related priorities, objectives or policy issues (e.g. policy positions and development, risk analysis and legislative/regulatory reform), on broad frameworks and fiscal initiatives, and on major cross-sectoral pilot projects or studies.

1.7.1 Leads multi-disciplinary departmental and interdepartmental project teams in the analysis and evaluation of domestic and international financial, economic and transportation regulations, policies and legislation. Consults with the transportation industry, oversees and coordinates non-recurring research studies on policy issues impacting on multi-stakeholders and makes recommendations to the Minister and Deputy Minister on options, including changes in the regulatory environment, policies, and legislation, or the development of new policy initiatives to reflect changes in transportation trends and technologies. Decisions and recommendations impact on the transportation industry, federal/provincial trade and have international implications.

1.7.2 Develops the economic policy framework necessary to position Atlantic Canada as a region where knowledge-based sectors and business can thrive. Manages the most complex and politically sensitive files and issues, as well as major initiatives (e.g. innovation, clusters framework, economic strategies/benefits from aquaculture, ocean technologies, oil and gas). Leads negotiations aimed at reaching consensus with federal and provincial governments, along with large businesses and SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) in the private sector. Recommendations impact program delivery of several departments (e.g. Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Industry Canada, National Research Council Canada, Environment Canada, Human Resources and Social Development Canada). (Amended)

1.7.3 Directs the development and implementation of a comprehensive framework to manage litigation and complex policy issues arising from court actions. Directs the development of positions, considerations and strategies to resolve litigation issues and generate advice on how to proceed as well as directs the analysis of legal documents which challenge the nature and extent of the Minister's fiduciary and statutory obligations and the constitutionality of the Indian Act. Designs sociological or statistical models and alternate dispute resolution mechanisms in collaboration with First Nations to help resolve disputes in elections, by-laws and land management. (Amended)

1.8.1 As the federal government's expert, develops authoritative recommendations on economic program and funding issues that guide the establishment of new frameworks and influence management decisions by senior government executives and Cabinet ministers. Significant risk analysis is involved since all of the implications across levels of government of proposed new approaches are unknown. (Amended)

1.8.2 Develops, recommends and secures approval of crucialgovernment and departmental mandates and strategies. Developsand recommends the departmental positiononlong-standingconstitutionally protected agreements. Identifies and resolves problems related to the resolution of comprehensivegovernment and international agreements, requiring the assessment of measures to be taken within existing economic policy, legislative framework or international precedent. Assesses and assimilates new information received during meetings and conferences to defend the government's position and propose options for the resolution of complex problems. (Amended)

2.1.1 Assists colleagues in adapting to the work environment; explains work processes; works as a team member; ensures confidentiality of information; maintains own office materiel resources.

2.1.2 Operates and maintains a personal computer; demonstrates the use of computer and other office equipment to other employees; participates in small work groups; ensures confidentiality of information; updates supervisor on contractor's progress. (Amended)

2.1.3 Guidance is provided to temporary staff when assigned. Participates in work groups. Occasionally coordinates a small working group on a specific issue with respect to the assigned area. Ensures confidentiality of information. Assists new working group members in understanding project objectives and obtaining office supplies. Provides information to contract workers.

2.1.4 Demonstrates and explains workplace procedures and practices to new and junior support staff and contributes to the skill development of new employees. Occasionally oversees contractors or summer students for special short-term projects by monitoring their work in progress and providing feedback. Operates and maintains a personal computer. Ensures confidentiality of information.

2.2.1 Leads project teams on a short-term basis within area of responsibility. Assigns tasks and explains responsibilities to team members. Guides, trains, monitors and shares expertise with team members. Provides input on group progress and team member performance to supervisor. Ensures classified information is disposed of properly and protected documents are locked up.

2.2.2 Oversees the work of more junior staff by assisting them in completing tasks,explaining responsibilities, providing on-the-job training, coaching and feedback. Provides informal performance assessments to supervisor. Ensures unit classified information and documents are protected. Verifies completion of contract work and forwards invoice to supervisor. Shares responsibility for the care and maintenance of office electronic equipment and peripherals.

2.2.3 Assists students in adapting to the office environment by explaining responsibilities and establishing short-term objectives. Schedules and assigns work, provides coaching and monitors work in progress. Evaluates the performance of students and provides on-the-job training, if required.

2.2.4 Supervises the work of a statistical officer. Participates in the hiring interview processes when required. Sets priorities, assigns tasks and monitors work performance. Submits performance updates and recommends training. Plans, coordinates, facilitates and occasionally chairs interdepartmental meetings, conferences, and workshops.

2.2.5 Shares responsibility for the use, care and maintenance of office electronic equipment and peripherals, books, CD-ROMs, etc. Ensures classified information and documents are protected. Responsible for disposing of and archiving information at the end of projects. Verifies completion of contract work before payment approval and invoice is processed. Responsible for making recommendations regarding office supplies and expenses such as the purchase of electronic equipment and statistical software. Monitors office materiel and equipment expenditures.

2.2.6 Explains practices and procedures to new employees; participates in working groups and projects; offers professional guidance and advises on technical issues. Orders all supplies needed for collection maintenance (e.g. bar codes, labels); selects, processes and transmits documents for binding, printing and conservation treatment; shares administrative duties for maintenance of the library's collection of books, periodicals, CD-ROMs and videos as well as the automated system, software, peripherals, computers, printers and scanners.

2.2.7 Organizes legal support teams to work on cases/files/projects as they develop by explaining responsibilities and assigning tasks. Provides guidance, training and performance feedback to team members. Ensures cases files and personal information are protected. Advises clients who are preparing for trial on the progress of cases. (Amended)

2.2.8 Participates in the planning and coordination of environmental analysis project groups. Identifies and recommends project team members; helps organize work to achieve objectives, develops/proposes work plans and priorities and offers technical guidance to team/work group members.

2.3.1 Supervises and directs the daily research and analysis of assigned staff. Assumes a mentoring role and contributes to new skill development to support the effective functioning of new staff. Recommends training. Develops and implements work plans. Monitors work to adjust priorities and workloads. Evaluates employee performance. Identifies staff shortages and recommends hiring short-term contract services to meet deadlines. Participates on interview boards and makes recommendations on candidate selection. (Amended)

2.3.2 Leads departmental project teams or multi-stakeholder working groups. Drafts time and cost estimates to keep projects within budget. Recommends human and financial resource needs. Develops work plans and schedules work to meet deadlines. Monitors project progress and adjusts workloads accordingly. Arranges for on-the-job training, if required. Assesses work performance and provides feedback.

2.3.3 Disposes of or arranges for archiving data and information after completing statistical analyses. Identifies available resources and time requirements to recommend contract services or initiates selection process to hire temporary staff. Recommends contract parameters and payments on completion of contract. Recommends purchases of technical equipment and specialized software to improve statistical analysis capability. Recommends future resource requirements for the budget planning exercise. Monitors expenditures to recommend changes within existing budget to meet short-term priorities.

2.3.4 Plans and controls the work of a technical officer. This includes assigning work, providing direction and on-the-job training, maintaining work standards, evaluating performance and recommending solutions to disciplinary problems. Leads inter-divisional project teams comprising members from different occupational groups. Estimates and recommends both staff and operating resources required to ensure project work is timely and cost-effective.

2.3.5 Manages a section/staff or leads a legal support team; plans, coordinates and assigns work on a case/file/project. Trains and educates, at the national level, colleagues, client department(s), investigative agencies and legal service providers (includes identifying training needs and developing, organizing and delivering training and continuing education seminars). Coaches and mentors colleagues on online research, specialized legal software applications and administrative and legal processes and procedures. Manages financial resources allocated to a case/file/project, establishes resource requirements, plans expenses, calculates and estimates spending and negotiating fees, and verifies, certifies and accounts for services rendered by legal service providers and opposing counsel. Prepares the Contingent Liabilities Report and the recovery of funds due to the Crown on cases/files/projects.

2.3.6 Leads multi-disciplinary project teams, working groups and committee deliberations. Determines the need for contractors and establishes terms and reference specifications. Develops Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and rate proposals, and coordinates, monitors, accepts and provides feedback on the work performed. (Amended)

2.4.1 Manages the work of a unit and project teams. Identifies and recommends human and financial resource needs to meet program goals and section and project objectives. Recruits staff, approves training and development plans and takes necessary disciplinary action. Establishes work plans and priorities to ensure that project and work objectives and results are achieved. Monitors the progress of projects and develops and implements alternate work methods and models. Evaluates performance of supervisors and team leaders and reviews their staff performance assessments. Manages a small operating and project budget with authority to re-allocate funds within each budget. Provides cost estimates and projections for the planning and budget process.

2.4.2 Plans and leads multiple departmental project teams. Develops the overall plan and project objectives and monitors progress and expenditures. Identifies, recommends and monitors human, financial and materiel resources for mandated projects and re-allocates within established budgets. Selects project team members. Provides functional direction, and shares expertise with project managers in a decentralized environment. Evaluates performance of project managers and reviews performance evaluation of project team members. Recommends consultants and prepares the terms and conditions of their contracts.

2.4.3 Initiates and leads multi-disciplinary project teams consisting of departmental employees, operational managers and client authorities. Plans, develops and manages project budgets. Inputs into annual and multi-year financial planning exercises. Selects team members. Plans and manages the activities of the team and contractors. Evaluates performance of the team leaders. Negotiates and authorizes contractual agreements and professional services. Drafts contracts to hire consultants and approves payment for services.

2.4.4 Manages the activities of a section. Establishes short- and long-term work objectives and priorities; plans and develops integrated team approaches, methods and standards. Identifies human resource needs; recommends/authorizes training and evaluates employee performance. Plans, budgets and manages financial resources; allocates and re-allocates funds. Responsible for the care and custody of original archival documents. Verifies accession and description records, reviews content and characteristics, and determines rule interpretations.

2.5.1 Directs, through subordinate staff, a multi-disciplinary team of specialists, analysts, working groups, project teams and committees. Establishes broad priorities, division of responsibilities and time frames to achieve objectives. Manages operational and project budgets with authority to re-allocate human and financial resources to achieve long term program goals and project objectives. Provides cost estimates and projections for the planning and budget process. Approves budget submissions and project expenditures. Selects team members for interdepartmental and cross government projects. Directs recruitment efforts and approves divisional training and developmental plans. Resolves employee conflicts, including performance and disciplinary matters. Authorizes disciplinary action and replies to grievances. Evaluates performance of subordinate managers and team leaders and reviews performance assessments of their teams. Negotiates and authorizes contractual agreements and professional services.

2.5.2 In the context of major, multi-disciplinary projects and working groups, leads and manages the work of competition law officers, economists, industry/economy/legal experts, professional consultants and operational support staff. Manages projects simultaneously; identifies and selects skills mix, establishes objectives, plans, methodologies, performance and quality standards to achieve results. Provides expert guidance, direction, mentoring and coaching. Exercises delegated spending authority and approves payment of allocated budget; controls resources to cover the costs of delivering economic projects; has authority to choose the best option within departmental policies and guidelines. Assesses and determines the economic costs and risks and the feasibility of pursuing cases, and the means to effectively present the department's position regarding the economic aspects of cases going to the Competition Tribunal or the courts.

3.1.1 Responds orally or in writing to routine information requests.

3.1.2 Responds to requests for unique variation of data sets.

3.1.3 Follows up with respondents on survey participation.

3.1.4 Contacts are made with departmental colleagues, client department(s), police and law enforcement agencies, witnesses, non-represented parties, legal service providers, opposing counsel, other departments and agencies, international sectors, private sector entities and the public. Contacts involve exchanging and obtaining information.

3.1.5 Skill is required to summarize and clarify instructions for staff, clients, and managers; exchange information on acquisition and publishing; read and extract pertinent information.

3.2.1 Shares information related to quantitative program and policy performance evaluation approaches and issues. (Amended)

3.2.2 Shares information on sociological documentation and best research practices. (Amended)

3.2.3 As a member of an economic policy development team, contacts are made within and outside the department, with other stakeholders, private sector and the public to clarify a variety of issues, obtain information and/or provide advice (Amended).

3.2.4 Drafts training and presentation material, correspondence, discussion papers, briefing notes, and memoranda for senior management and staff engaged in research projects. Summarizes information to ensure clarity, accuracy and compliance with formats and protocols.

3.3.1 Writes technical instructions, specifications and guidelines for departmental procedures handbook.

3.3.2 Presents material using specialized terminology to explain and clarify technical issues to develop policy direction.

3.3.3 Advises and explains to internal and external clients system and data operational procedures, specifications and guidelines. Explains in a clear and accessible manner to non-specialists and audiences with varying degrees of technical knowledge, specific key statistical and reporting/data management techniques and highly technical issues.

3.3.4 Contacts require discussion, explanation and elaboration with departmental colleagues, client department(s) and other stakeholders, private sector and the public to clarify issues, obtain information, provide advice, investigate claims, discuss legal issues, settlements or resolutions. (Amended)

3.3.5 Discusses colleagues' and clients' requirements for specialized information and research materials; drafts reports, training material and procedures manuals; advises and interprets, for a wide range of clients, library guidelines, procedures and protocols to facilitate the understanding of terms and conditions governing loans, and other technical terms. (Amended)

3.3.6 Communicates with academics, legal experts, special interest groups, industry representatives and other government representatives to discuss their particular area of expertise; assimilates their advice and information; and ensures the department's position is correctly understood.

3.3.7 Consults and exchanges ideas linked to research data, results and findings with mental health professionals, managers, researchers and students. Presents and interprets statistical data that includes terminology for an audience with varying levels of understanding. Exchanges and clarifies data with local, regional and national system specialists. (Amended)

3.4.1 Provides critical advice on the use of legal terminology to assist managers from departments and agencies other than Justice Canada in developing comprehensive legislation. (Amended)

3.4.2 Presents material by adapting specialized terminology to explain and clarify technical issues to assist with policy development.

3.4.3 Provides expertise in database structure and organizational change affecting data extraction; guides colleagues in programming techniques and methodologies (e.g. designs complex algorithms linking data/data sets from a range of data sources and subject areas) to ensure users understand complex and interrelated features of data and the protocols governing its use, interpretation, and integrity.

3.4.4 Contributes expert advice in consultations, committees, working groups and other forums engaged in research and analysis. Writes conceptual and technical proposals supporting the design of subject matter related study methodologies, briefing notes and presentations for a range of public and private sector clients. Information must be presented in lay terms to secure support for projects and initiatives. (Amended)

3.4.5 Work requires communication skills to draft legal documents and/or pleadings; interview witnesses; participate in negotiations; develop arguments for the client department(s) or investigative agencies' consideration; present facts and arguments before the legal system. Exchanges information, explains and reformulates positions, legal processes and procedures and answers questions from counsel and other involved parties.

3.4.6 Explains, interprets and presents arguments, report findings and recommendations to senior officials and stakeholders; adapts highly complex and voluminous material and transforms technical language into comprehensive arguments stated in common language for a wide range of audiences. Information is essential to present clear, concise statements of problems, issues, options and recommendations.

3.5.1 Consults and liaises with other departments for consensus on departmental initiatives (e.g. economic, environment, history) to gain their acceptance and co-operation in modifying economic policies and regulations for a coordinated coherent response. (Amended)

3.5.2 Interprets and presents specialized technical information that addresses complex issues, priorities and evaluation findings to enlist cooperation and seek consensus to departmental senior management, central agencies and other departments. (Amended)

3.5.3 Establishes, fosters and maintains essential linkages and working relationships in designated public and private sectors to secure cooperation and support and develops and integrates responses to a variety of complex issues. Formulates interpretation and advice to government executives, management, central agencies, clients and other stakeholders on the impact of policy, legislative, regulatory or structural changes and on initiatives, frameworks and service delivery models under development. (Amended)

3.6.1 Drafts legal opinions to defend the position of the department on sensitive jurisdictional issues and represents thesedepartmental positions, pleadings and arguments to influence decisions of the court. (Amended)

3.6.2 Negotiates with other organizations to implement multilateral or bilateral arrangements and agreements.

3.6.3 Promotes and defends proposed changes to socio-economic policy positions at interdepartmental conferences.

3.6.4 Represents the department in inter-jurisdictional working groups; chairs committees; write reports on complex research and/or policy issues; briefs the Minister and senior management, and convinces others to accept the department's position.

3.6.5 Chairs or facilitates meetings and committees with external clients/stakeholders and explains and interprets relevant information, policies or strategies when representing the organization; answers questions and facilitates group consensus using complex, persuasive arguments. Skills are required to promote central agency approaches to influence client decision-making and enable clients to adapt/respond to future changes. This requires presenting complex information in terms that various audiences can understand.

3.7.1 Brokers the resolution of conflicting views and gains acceptance on how to proceed with new joint initiatives.

3.7.2 Mediates in awkward, pressured and sensitive situations, often without advance warning, to reach agreement on issues of major socio-economic importance where there are widely diverse opinions.

3.7.3 Represents the organization on multi-jurisdictional, inter-departmental, inter-governmental or international committees/working groups to present and advance policy positions and initiatives through persuasive and convincing arguments. Establishes, fosters and maintains essential linkages, working relationships and partnerships across the public and private sectors and establishes effective consultative and collaborative mechanisms to further government business and meet citizens' expectations.

3.7.4 Drafts and recommends legislative change, formulates and directs the development of strategies and positions, and advises on administrative and enforcement provisions of the legislation; integrates legal principles and precedents, organization economics and their interrelationships when presenting expert testimony before regulatory boards and hearings, or parliamentary committees.

4.1.1 Knowledge of legal methods and practices is required to locate various legal and subject matter documents.

4.1.2 Knowledge of statistical gathering techniques, methods and approaches to input data and run statistical programs.

4.1.3 Conducts basic research such as locating specific data or information, usually using the same source of information; basic knowledge of legal terminology/processes to ensure that data or information corresponds to the research. Reviews, tracks, and maintains documents, information and data for counsel or senior paralegals.

4.1.4 Knowledge of general library operations (collection management, cataloguing, acquisition) and basic knowledge of cataloguing rules and standards within library systems (serials control, circulations, client-service modules).

4.2.1 Sufficient knowledge of theories and research principles to gather and prepare information required for studies, surveys and work programs. Sets up procedures for the compilation and tabulation of data and prepares study findings and reports for submission to management. (Amended)

4.2.2 Knowledge of research techniques to identify and locate internal and external data sources. Compiles, analyzes and tabulates data, in preparation for macro and micro-economic and statistical studies.

4.2.3 As a member of an economic policy development team, knowledge of socio-economic analytical principles and techniques, problem analysis, report writing, research theories, and related methodologies is required in order to support studies and research, present socio-economic and statistical data, and write justifications. (Amended)

4.3.1 Knowledge of economic or sociological principles and theories related to a specialized area to conduct analytical data studies to assess the content of articles and reports and provide interpretation.

4.3.2 Knowledge of economic, socio-economic theories, concepts and techniques to undertake trend analysis, prepare summaries of findings and to review economic studies, data and methodologies supporting study conclusions.

4.3.3 Sufficient knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of archival science is required to consult and deliver reproduction services (e.g. specific knowledge with regard to type of ink and paper to use, preservation copying techniques) with respect to the original archival record response to client requests and to identify items requiring care or conservation (e.g. conservation/ preservation, handling and manipulation equipment and practices). (Amended)

4.3.4 Knowledge of legal theories and principles is required in order to apply legal methods and techniques in specialized practice. Uses legal terminology to conduct comprehensive research and standard analysis; identifies missing information and documentation, inconsistencies and erroneous information and determines the requirement for further research and analysis. Specialized legal knowledge is needed to synthesize legislation, jurisprudence, technical, academic and other reports and organize, track and maintain documents, information and data for cases/files/projects.

4.3.5 Knowledge of general library science principles, theories and practices (including inter-library loans administration); research and analysis techniques and organizational and information resources; automated/distribution systems, commercial and Internet database contents and methodologies; classification systems and guidelines; records management practices and techniques; specialized computer/software applications to search and present information and reports. (Amended)

4.3.6 General knowledge of the theories and principles of macro- and micro-economics, econometrics, statistics, cost-benefit analysis, financial analysis and an in-depth knowledge of related practices, methods and techniques to contribute to ongoing monitoring of environmental factors to participate in trend, economic, statistical and impact analysis, and to develop risk reports, briefing notes and summaries.

4.3.7 The work requires knowledge of statistical and mathematical theories (e.g. Survival Analysis, Logistic Regression, Linear Algorithm) relevant to the quantitative analysis of criminological data and performance evaluation, as well as knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies (literature review, proposal writing, experimental design, data collections, results interpretation) to support forensic or operational research. (Amended)

4.4.1 Knowledge of the methodologies of social science research, experimental design concepts and principles, to plan, conduct, and interpret the results of research projects; develops criteria and measures effectiveness of public safety programs/policies; evaluates and assesses the evidential and logical base underlying policy proposals; analyzes, interprets and assesses the policy implications of research papers, and interprets information.

4.4.2 Conducts research and analysis on a variety of legal issues in multiple areas of law, where precedents are usually unavailable. The work requires in-depth knowledge of legal theories and principles to apply legal methods and techniques to identify missing information, inconsistencies and erroneous information and to determine the requirement for further research when organizing documentation for highly complex and sensitive cases/files/projects. Specialized legal knowledge of techniques is needed to synthesize legislation, jurisprudence, technical, academic and other reports from experts. (Amended)

4.4.3 Knowledge of the principles and theories of archival/library science, intellectual control functions, archival methods, techniques and practices. This knowledge is required to respond to interests/requests of archivists, and to design and develop research policies and guidelines. (Amended)

4.5.1 Knowledge of theories and principles of criminology, sociology, economics, statistics or a related field, and the general state of applied research in that area. This is required to advise on the supporting evidential base. Recommends research plans and priorities; analyzes and evaluates the impact of policy options in terms of national security, emergency preparedness, crime reduction, and community safety.

4.5.2 Knowledge of theories of several social science disciplines to conduct the full range of research and analysis required for proactive planning, developing and implementing the department's litigation program and Parliamentary approval process.

4.5.3 The work requires advanced knowledge of theories and principles in statistics and econometrics. Uses practices, methods and techniques of qualitative and quantitative methodologies including Delphi surveys, exploratory/speculative techniques, normative forecasting, scenario building techniques, statistical methods and econometrics to develop judgmental and projective approaches in futurism. Develops anticipatory advice and insight and futuristic scenarios, articles and other communication material based on advanced science and technology, and develops projected overviews on various issues.

4.5.4 The work requires an in-depth knowledge of the theories and principles of socio-economic analysis, quantitative and qualitative research analysis, policy development, econometrics, statistical modeling, social sciences, and demographic and environmental analysis to develop corporate/regional short- and long-term policies, strategies, initiatives and advice.

5.1.1 Knowledge of departmental library administrative procedures with respect to holdings, references and loan procedures. Knowledge of client needs sufficient to provide reference services and suggestions. Knowledge of training practices to provide basic training on the use of the library to client groups. Limited knowledge of the Copyright Act to advise on protected material. Knowledge of specialized library software and standard office software.

5.1.2 Sufficient knowledge of databases to update and maintain them, and of specialized software used in psychological testing. Knowledge of security requirements in an inmate institution. Knowledge of the Commissioner's directives and awareness of the relevant sections of the Access to Information Act and Privacy Act to protect privileged information.

5.1.3 Basic understanding of the Canadian legal system, civil or criminal rules and procedures, law enforcement, or client department's mandate that directly relate to routine case/file/project.

5.2.1 Knowledge of collecting, processing and disseminating statistical data. Knowledge of the divisional mandate, objectives, programs, policies and activities and of client industries to adhere to various administrative and legislated practices and departmental policies.

5.2.2 Knowledge of legal research methodologies and sources of information. Sufficient knowledge of clients involved in the litigation process to understand their position and demands. Knowledge of the functions and roles of the courts as well as departmental mandate, policies and functions.

5.2.3 Knowledge of the various specification requirements of different data processing needs for surveys and clients. Knowledge of specialized software and techniques used in statistical data processing for reliability to select the appropriate technique for data testing. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures for the publication of documents, surveys, questionnaires, and reports.

5.2.4 Knowledge of a variety of software tools and databases to create ad hoc applications for selective variation of database contents to produce special reports and tabulation for project officers and users. General knowledge of data sources within the department to locate, analyze and compare related statistical output to ensure consistency and reliability. Knowledge of departmental reporting and recording standards, guidelines and practices, to review and verify client information to determine compliance in accordance with departmental policies. (Amended)

5.2.5 Working as a member of an economic policy unit requires knowledge of the department's clients to obtain perspectives on client needs. Knowledge of specific departmental and client policies is necessary to recommend policy enhancements. (New)

5.3.1 Knowledge of industrial relations to assess trends in collective bargaining, pension plans, work stoppages and other related labour settlements and statistical analysis in order to organize and manage customized database systems. Knowledge of provincial labour department and labour organizations to gain information. Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and provincial industrial relations legislation to assess minimum benefits provided under the law.

5.3.2 Knowledge of specialized legal software, law enforcement practices, procedures, and criteria. Knowledge of settlement techniques and legal pleadings to research and analyze legal issues. Knowledge of project management to manage legal research projects.

5.3.3 Knowledge of historical facts on native claims, historical repositories, aboriginal culture and traditions, the role of central agencies with respect to positions on specific and general claims and the position of provincial governments to conduct research on specific claims by native groups. Knowledge of relevant sections of the Indian Act, the Constitution Acts and Aboriginal treaties.

5.3.4 Broad knowledge of the Canadian legal system, the civil or criminal rules and procedures at all levels of the legal system, the mandate, structure, policies and culture of law enforcement, client department(s) and/or other government organizations whose interests are associated with the case/file/project.

5.3.5 Knowledge of the organization, evolving role, objectives and priorities of the departmental library. Knowledge of resources available in other departmental, lending and university libraries and of the information industry. Knowledge of acts and regulations governing client services and access to collection material in order to provide accurate information and services to library clients. (Amended)

5.3.6 General understanding of a broad subject-matter area (such as international development/aid). Partners with other federal organizations, governments, Non Government Organizations (NGOs), associations, public and private sectors to develop intelligence and analyze environmental factors affecting agency programs, policies and services. Involves understanding partners' goals, capacities and agendas in order to promote, foster or strengthen agreements, processes and mechanisms designed to provide data collection and analysis support to program managers, partners and stakeholders.

5.3.7 Knowledge of the department's relationship with other departments and other levels of government is needed to develop and maintain a network of contacts and to conduct consultations or provide input to collaborative initiatives. Knowledge of departmental related legislation is necessary to ensure compliance with the objectives and mandate of the department.

5.4.1 Knowledge of broad subject matter areas related to environmental issues and their interrelationships with economic and social factors in the context of the national implementation and development of the Canadian Information System for the Environment. Knowledge of departmental objectives, goals and mandate, policies and legislation to conduct socio-economic analysis and policy research activities on environmental issues. Knowledge of a broad contact network of international policy stakeholders, industry/private sector associations involved in shared initiatives.

5.4.2 Knowledge of departmental mandate and organization, the federal role in health, specific policies, trends and program issues relevant to the area of epidemiology study, their interrelationships and policy/legislation related to other departments, to plan and conduct economic, epidemiological or bio-statistical research and analysis.

5.4.3 Knowledge of the history, culture, heritage, and socio-economic conditions to interpret the political impact on First Nations and Aboriginal groups and to contribute to research studies on socio-economic policy. Knowledge of other policy groups in federal government departments impacting on socio-economic policy for First Nations. Knowledge of private sector partners and academics engaged in policy research and in economic co-operative ventures with First Nations. Knowledge of the Indian Act, Statistics Act and other legislation relating to First Nations. (Amended)

5.4.4 Knowledge of current and emerging social issues such as Canadian identity and multiculturalism to conduct research on social and cultural policies. Contributes to cultural policy formulation through reports, briefings, etc. Knowledge of the principal departmental policies and sectors having input into the policy process. Knowledge of the policy structure of the federal government to gauge social and cultural policy issues and their interrelationships. Knowledge of the functions of interdepartmental research committees on social/cultural policies to participate in their work. Knowledge of the major cultural client groups and their positions on issues. Knowledge of key multilateral organizations and organizations of other countries and their approaches to cultural policy. Knowledge of the Department of Canadian Heritage Act, Multiculturalism Policy, Broadcasting Act, National Parks mandate, and NAFTA with respect to cultural agreements. (Amended)

5.4.5 Gender analysis in international development and foreign policy context requires knowledge of: the culture, legislation, economy, and organization of NGOs (including women's organizations); the human resources development base in developing countries; the international development system, structure and functioning, including trends in development assistance policy and programs on gender equality; related international issues and priorities such as reform of the public sector, regulatory, financing mechanisms, environment, education, health, capacity building, sustainable development, governance, human rights, peace and security.

5.5.1 Knowledge of the history of Aboriginal policy development and the evolution of Canada's constitutional, legal and historical relationship with Aboriginal peoples and the North to provide expert advice to litigation teams. Knowledge of the overall policies and goals of the federal government with respect to Aboriginal peoples and issues. Knowledge of the federal government's overall litigation objectives, program and process to analyze litigation portfolios, manage and monitor litigation initiatives, and develop strategies for litigation prevention. Knowledge of project management techniques to manage inter-departmental, governmental and multi-disciplinary project teams.

5.5.2 Knowledge of demographics, statistics, trends, and data analysis methods and the evolution, design and operation of Canada's health system and current health reforms at all levels to manage projects and oversee research. Knowledge of mandates, roles, responsibilities and linkages of the agency is required to collaborate on common projects and recommend changes in policies and programs. Knowledge of the political, social and economic contexts that impact on health care and public health care in Canada. Knowledge of other federal government departments, other levels of government, international organizations, private organizations, professional associations, their mandates and interests, and how and when to involve them in collaborative efforts. Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Canada Health Act, the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and Canadian public health legislation.

5.5.3 Knowledge of the trends, emerging issues and relevant positions related to marine transportation security activities to identify and analyze policy linkages, impacts and interdependencies; knowledge of the complex and rapidly evolving horizontal relationships, issues, variables and factors affecting Canada's social, economic and political context; and knowledge of market issues and the regulatory environment and priorities of various levels of government. (Amended)

5.6.1 Knowledge of principles, theoretical base and techniques of cost-benefit analysis and risk analysis. Knowledge of legislation, policies and programs related to the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada portfolio. Knowledge of the interrelationships between domestic and international environments (e.g. Transport Canada, Health Canada and U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency.) Knowledge of mandates, objectives, programs and priorities of the provinces/territories non-government organizations and private sector stakeholders in national security, policing and law enforcement, corrections and emergency management. This knowledge is required to conduct and manage socio-economic research in the area of public safety.

5.6.2 Knowledge of the history of First Nations and government relations. Knowledge of the negotiation, implementation and administration of treaties, agreements and other arrangements as well as legal precedents, principles and policies that are required to interpret treaties, agreements and arrangements and the traditional practices used in their application. Knowledge of the policies, objectives and roles of other government departments as they relate to giving First Nations people self- government. Knowledge of the objective, mission and policies regarding comprehensive claims and self-government. Knowledge of legal principles, responsibilities, priorities and role of the Comprehensive Claims Branch to understand the various administrative processes and policies governing negotiations. Knowledge of the relevant sections of the Indian Act, Constitution Acts and other relevant legislations to identify and understand the primary interests and attitudes of Aboriginal groups and comprehend linkages to historical events and undertakings. (Amended)

5.6.3 Extensive knowledge of the departmental mandate, policies, processes, orders and regulations linked to the establishment of Western Grain Rates (production, handling, transportation, marketing and trade); interface with other departments (federal and provincial); government direction (Transport Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada); emerging trends and development (national and international) affecting the industry; and related accounting principles and practices to support strategic planning, decision making and other recommendations.

5.6.4 Extensive knowledge of industrial organization economics and other fields such as regulation and international trade, government organization and policy development processes, work of domestic and international institutions, technological change, international trade factors, and marketplace competition (e.g. globalization, privatization, free-trade agreements). Knowledge of government international priorities and legislative directions. Provides expert economic and strategic policy advice to senior management and other branches of the organization. (Amended)

6.1.1 Implements procedures and instructions for locating, accessing, gathering, compiling and presenting data or other factual information (e.g., basic arithmetic transformations for calculation of totals, ratios, percentages, growth rates) in routine graphical or tabulation format.

6.1.2 Conducts routine research to locate easily accessible legislation, jurisprudence, precedents, and related documents to ensure that they meet the criteria of the query.

6.1.3 Using various systems, performs bibliographic searches within and outside the library holdings to secure information for clients. Performs cataloguing, classification and referencing of the library collection.

6.1.4 When requested by counsel or senior paralegals, verifies accuracy and reasonableness of financial resources as they relate to the case/file/project (e.g. fine recoveries, Bills of Cost submitted by legal service providers and opposing counsel, and Contingent Liabilities Report). Conducts basic research such as locating specific data or information to ensure that data or information is complete and corresponds to the case and the results expected. (Amended)

6.2.1 Locates and evaluates data for reliability and applicability and identifies discrepancies related to source records.

6.2.2 Undertakes review of draft studies/reports presenting descriptive demographic and/or socio-economic indicators for different segments of the population (e.g. unemployment rate, participation rate, incidence of low-income) to ensure information integrity, consistency, and coherence between texts. Highlights findings and the graphical and tabulation elements of the reports. This requires the ability to identify ambiguities and distortions between the data and the description.

6.2.3 Locates relevant material for analysis; determines appropriateness of material for specific cases, and prepares summaries of analysis. (Amended)

6.2.4 Conducts research and analysis for counsel or senior paralegals which requires determining the key words and the sources of information, as well as further research and analysis with new criteria to ensure precision of the findings. Precedents are used as guides when conducting research and analysis. The research criterion is usually given in general terms. Cases/files/projects or queries relate mostly to one known single area of law. Drafting of a report/summary requires synthesizing information. (Amended)

6.2.5 As a member of a small work unit, identifies various economic developments from diverse sources to assist the senior researchers. Information is gathered from several sources and checked against known facts. Assists the senior researchers with the development of background information for reports. (New)

6.3.1 Analyzes the history of specific legal claims to make recommendations on alternate approaches and strategies. (Amended)

6.3.2 In a paralegal file/case, conducts legal research and analysis in legislation, case law and precedents on a specific legal issue. Summarizes data and makes recommendations for the case file.

6.3.3 Conducts information searches and comparative analysis. Provides recommendations on data/information requirements, analytical methods and study objectives.

6.3.4 Analyzes current collection, processing, editing, compilation and presentation methods and procedures to ascertain their relevancy and to propose changes. Examines operational systems, concepts and methods and new or revised processing specifications to determine their effect on the integration and coordination of the data.

6.3.5 Assesses the quality of output from statistical collection, conversion, production and dissemination systems and processes; evaluates trends and developments in data processing concepts, methods and techniques; and prepares analytical reviews of program results.

6.3.6 Carries out economic and socio-economic research and studies, horizontal public policy literature searches, impact and comparative analysis to provide recommendations to project teams and senior officers.

6.3.7 Conducts comprehensive legal research and analysis on a variety of legal issues where precedents are limited and may be adapted when organizing information, data and documents. Makes recommendations to counsel on the organization and the conduct of the case/file/project. Analysis is aimed at identifying missing information, inconsistencies and errors in medium-complex cases/files/projects. Integrates information and recommends alternate approaches to the counsel and the client(s), taking into account emerging developments and difficulties that increase potential risks.

6.3.8 Plans and conducts research, evaluates data reliability and relevance (from multiple libraries/sources) in light of client requirements, determines the scope and depth of information sought, and elaborates responses to requests. Involves analysis, research strategy development, options assessment and selection and/or recommendation of information sources to meet objectives.

6.3.9 Identifies and analyzes existing and emerging socio-economic factors and developments relevant to overall research initiatives in order to share in developing potential improvements to products and services that meet senior researchers' needs and expectations. Information is gathered from diverse sources and must be carefully selected for use based on pertinence to the specific project. Reports and summaries are generated from project results and analysis.

6.3.10 Researches information and data from a range of sources and develops briefing memos, analytical reports and working papers on specific, specialized financial sector issues, economic developments and prospects, as well as the projected impacts of policy/legislative change. Analyzes the recommendations of reports and results of studies from other departments, governments, countries, international organizations and the private sector to assess their applicability to the Canadian context, including applicability of alternative legislative and regulatory regimes.

6.4.1 Identifies and synthesizes statistical information from a wide range of sources to assess the use and relevance to current or future priorities and determine the linkages between existing systems or develop new systems or approaches.

6.4.2 In a paralegal file/case involving several complex legal issues, conducts legal research and analysis in legislation, case law and precedents. The data gathered is synthesized into comprehensive summaries and recommendations.

6.4.3 Conducts research on a broad range of issues to identify and evaluate interrelationships between socio-economic factors and recommends new areas of study.

6.4.4 Researches gaps, identifies conceptual frameworks, conceptualizes enhancements or proposes modifications to study content; modifies existing techniques, methods and approaches or develops new ones; integrates data from a variety of sources; interprets massive volumes of data; identifies and measures complex and subtle relationships among variables to produce statistical information.

6.4.5 Conducts research and analysis of the appeals by stakeholders regarding violations and contraventions to Canadian Civil Aviation Legislation. Assesses the nature and extent of cases to determine issues of litigation. Reviews witness testimony; researches jurisprudence for precedents; and reviews and evaluates evidence to develop arguments, briefs and submissions.

6.5.1 Evaluates major government initiatives related to socio-economic policies and programs to assess impact on departmental activities and develops program/policy frameworks within the existing departmental mandate to implement the initiatives. (Amended)

6.5.2 EWA eliminated

6.5.3 Analyzes and integrates information from a variety of different sources to determine the impact on regional economic development. Assesses conceptual frameworks and methods and techniques for analysis and determines the approach to take to identify opportunities for economic development and the implications for the agency.

6.5.4 Reviews the conceptual framework and the compatibility of the research program with other statistical programs. Conceptualizes enhancements and determines modifications to the program content, coverage and operational procedures, such as new or modified data sources, concepts, methods and definitions to be applied. (Amended)

6.5.5 Interprets the department's national and international infrastructure protection and emergency preparedness objectives that provide support to Canadian or international academic and industry stakeholders. Analyzes and identifies regions, countries or sectors that may be considered priorities to develop research and development partnerships and alliances. Builds sustainable partnerships with stakeholders of the academic community and the infrastructure industry, and reconciles the business objectives of partners with departmental objectives and priorities. Selects and focuses on creating partnerships with stakeholders that have the greatest probability of early and measurable success. Analyzes partnership risks and benefits and identifies risks to partner organizations, as well as to the Government of Canada. (Amended)

6.5.6 The delivery of Secretariat services to the Cabinet Committee on Aboriginal Affairs, and the research and development of policies and strategies, the management of issues and expert policy analysis involves innovation and challenging accepted thought or existing theory and designing fresh analytical approaches. Issues need to be examined horizontally with relation to economic and social government priorities. Assimilates and synthesizes wide-ranging statistical and qualitative inputs related to domestic and international economic, political, social and other factors. The work involves independently evaluating the credibility, objectivity, accuracy and currency of information, as well as detecting and weighing factors underlying positions and options for resolution.

6.6.1 Projects socio-economic trends and formulates new and innovative strategies to manage issues, maximize linkages and advance the government's overall policy agenda.

6.6.2 Reviews and assesses the opinions and interpretations of a broad range of government and non-governmental experts including the courts to evaluate the effectiveness of existing legislation in order to identify deficiencies, adapt existing strategies and develop new legislative solutions. (Amended)

6.6.3 Through extensive research and analysis of policies and related socio-economic immigration data develops initial and innovative policy options to meet the socio-economic priorities of the Cabinet and the department's mission, integrates issues horizontally and resolves complex issues.

6.6.4 Conceptualizes, establishes and implements new and innovative research methodology and analytical models for the purpose of developing and recommending broad-based legislative changes, policy revisions and program modifications which will further the government objectives from a strategic program perspective.

6.6.5 Designs methodologies including simulation models and specifications to estimate the impact of social and economic policies and programs. Identifies and analyzes the financial implications of proposed social and economic programs, business development initiatives and program funding implications.

6.6.6 Researches economic and sociological aspects of policies that address issues generated by Aboriginal claims and self-government negotiations and makes related policy recommendations. Conceptualizes and develops complex socio-economic models that demonstrate the interaction of interventions and regulation with business decisions, strategic decisions and results-based management. (Amended)

7.1.1 Sits at a desk using a computer and peripherals to create documents and graphics, send and receive e-mail, etc. Bends and reaches to obtain office supplies from shelves and drawers. Takes notes and/or gives brief presentations at meetings or training sessions. Uses a small luggage cart to transport documents between buildings when attending meetings.

7.1.2 Conducts training sessions using a computer or overhead projector to present audiovisual information to participants. Distributes papers and handouts.

7.2.1 Conducts annual inspections of large sites requiring walking through uneven terrain, standing and bending to see objects.

7.2.2 While attending conventions and other meetings at diverse locations, occasionally makes temporary emergency repairs to a large physical exhibit requiring some bending, reaching and light lifting.

7.2.3 From time to time required to carry books or artefacts weighing about 6 to 8 kg across a room.

7.3.1 Assembles exhibits on a table. Much of the assembly time is spent standing, bending and reaching to hold items in place and moving objects weighing up to about 8 kg.

7.3.2 Conducts regular two- or three-day training sessions requiring standing and moving about for most of the time to present information on a blackboard or flipchart while interacting with participants.

7.3.3 Sits to enter and extract data using a computer and peripherals (up to 5 hours a day); frequent walking to various areas of the collection, including regular lifting of documents weighing up to 10 kg; frequent use of a cart to move large quantities of documents; packs and lifts boxes of documents weighing up to 10 kg weekly for approximately one hour.

7.4.1 Occasionally retrieves objects stored on high shelves requiring the use of a ladder.

7.4.2 Travels to remote communities two or three times a year and carries luggage and equipment between modes of local transport such as small aircraft, boats, etc.

7.5.1 Regularly lifts and carries heavy boxes, bins and bundles of library material (up to 20 kg); pulls book trucks (up to 45 kg) and regularly reaches to handle library material.

8.1.1 Occasionally visually compares versions of long documents to detect the use of a certain word such as a name or location without a need to understand its meaning.

8.1.2 Occasionally visually scans a long document looking for the inclusion of specific words or symbols.

8.2.1 Prior to publication, reviews documents to ensure that graphs and tables do not overlap pages.

8.2.2 Reviews visual presentations to ensure timing conforms to the script.

8.3.1 Occasionally listens to foreign language recordings to detect the language or type of instrumentation.

8.3.2 Occasionally listens to audio or watches video recordings to ascertain titles, names of speakers, the inclusion of excerpts from other sources, completeness of the item and number of items on any given recording.

8.3.3 In special situations, handles delicate artefacts to detect physical defects, deterioration or authenticity.

8.4.1 Listens to foreign language recordings to detect the language or the type of instrumentation.

8.4.2 Listens to audio or watches video recordings to ascertain titles, names of speakers, the inclusion of excerpts from other sources, completeness of the item and number of items on any given recording.

8.4.3 Handles delicate artefacts to detect physical defects, deterioration or authenticity.

9.1.1 Work requires following irregular survey cycles that can result in meeting new deadlines on short notice.

9.1.2 At least once a month, required to travel to other cities in the region to meet clients.

9.1.3 Work is done in an open office with constant exposure to computer monitor glare and distractions from conversations and general office noise.

9.2.1 Exposure to changing deadlines with short notice. During March demands increase, priorities shift and deadlines become tighter. Interactions with angry or uncooperative individuals tend to increase.

9.2.2 Attends meetings and conferences in home city and within the region. At least once per year attends conferences, usually in a European or Asian city, and sometimes requires layovers to make connections.

9.2.3 Methodical repetitive updating of data sets on a daily or weekly basis. Quarterly, priorities shift and all input must be verified within a one-week time frame.

9.3.1 Travel to monthly conferences within Canada and abroad with possible jet lag effects.

9.3.2 Travel by small aircraft to remote communities and in cars or trucks on secondary and other poorer quality roads.

9.3.3 Frequent exposure to program criticism from clients.

9.4.1 Often handling dusty, dirty or musty library materials in small, enclosed file rooms. Occasional exposure to fungus and chemical smells.

9.4.2 Travel by small aircraft to remote communities and in cars or trucks on secondary and other poorer quality roads. Occasionally cold or heavy snow conditions make travel uncomfortable.

9.5.1 Research and review files or documents both in hard copy and on the Internet that contain explicit pornographic images.

9.5.2 Preserving very old documents and artefacts. Although proper equipment and protective clothing, including a mask, are used, there is a danger of exposure to preservation chemicals and fumes. (Amended)