Index and Reference Officer Toronto , ON

Description

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we’re a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day.

At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence.

Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise in an Index and Reference Officer capacity? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our House Publications and Language Services Branch. As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Supervisor, Index and Reference, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of Index and Reference professionals.

What You’ll Do

You’ll act with integrity to:

• Provide reference services and index the official reports of debates (Hansard) of the Legislative Assembly, its committees and other House publications

• Demonstrate the utmost tact, diplomacy and confidentiality in a politically-sensitive environment

You’ll support our collaboration as you:

• Index the official reports of the debates of the Ontario Legislature, its Standing Committees and related House publications and make them accessible in print and digital formats

• Provide research services to internal and external clients

• Create content for, and manage, the Branch’s intranet site

• Research and implement new and emerging methods for electronic indexing and digital information management

How You Qualify

You demonstrate excellence through your:

• Completion of master’s degree in library and information science

• IT skills to perform electronic indexing, digital publishing, and web-based activities and work with the Branch’s content management system (CMS)

• Comprehensive knowledge of theory, standards, and practical applications of indexing, taxonomies, or controlled vocabularies

• Proven ability to multitask and organize work to meet competing deadlines, and sound knowledge of reference methods and resources

• Interest in current affairs, and knowledge of the legislative process

Here’s what awaits you:

• A dynamic, unique work environment

• A team of dedicated professionals

• Support for your career through training and development

• Access to an employee and family assistance program

If you’re ambitious, passionate, and ready to make your mark, seize the opportunity by visiting us at www.ola.org and selecting “Careers” at the bottom of the page for more details.

Join us in shaping the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly. Your journey starts here!

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who champions diversity and inclusion. We foster an environment where unique perspectives are valued, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you need accommodations during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hr@ola.org.

While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation

$58,996 – $80,232

Closes: 26 November, 2024