Legislative Assembly Looking for REFERENCE ASSISTANT at Toronto, ON Full Time

Keeping Ontario’s Legislative Assembly running smoothly takes many talented people, doing many different jobs—from camera operators and committee clerks, to purchasing officers and researchers. The Office of the Assembly is dedicated to serving Ontario’s Parliament.

Together, we provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, as well as operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is determined by the strength and diversity of our staff and by supporting our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration and excellence.

Reference Assistant

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario seeks a Reference Assistant who, as part of our House Publications and Language Services Branch, in Toronto, ON, will respond to research and reference inquiries related to Hansard and other House and committee documents, and provide support for the creation and maintenance of in-house reference resources, plans and procedures.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You’ll act with integrity to:
Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in a non-partisan support role

Exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgement in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment?

You’ll support our collaboration as you:
Assist in the development and maintenance of in-house reference library and update inventory of reference material, cataloguing, and procedure manuals

Provide indexing software support and assist in designing and maintaining index internet pages

Respond to research and reference inquiries related to data in transcripts and use of in-hours reference resources

Maintain in-house reference materials, proofread and incorporate required information into master data files

Compile reference materials related to current affairs of the House and/or Committees

Develop, coordinate and distribute internal branch communications and learning initiatives

Assist with research as needed and support special research assignments and projects

Provide back-up reception relief to answer calls and receive visitors and materials as required

How do I qualify?

You demonstrate excellence through your:
Knowledge of standard reference and library resources methods, techniques and practices

Education/training and related on-the-job experience collecting data and compiling, creating, updating, and revising reference material

Knowledge of computer technology systems and software applications

Keen interest in and knowledge of current affairs

If you join our team, you can expect:
To work with a team of dedicated professionals

A competitive benefits package and Employee Assistance Program

Continued training and development

A dynamic working environment

To have access to an employee and family assistance program

Long Service Recognition Awards

File No.: LA-2022-50

If you share our values and are interested in this position, please visit us at www.ola.org and select Careers for more details.

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario embraces diversity and, as an equal opportunity employer, is committed to creating an inclusive workplace while establishing a diversified qualified workforce. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your contact information to [email protected] for follow-up.

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

Additional Information:Address:
1 Permanent – Full Time, 99 Wellesley St W, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group: Excluded

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Schedule: n/a

Category: Administrative and Support Services

Posted on: Monday, July 25, 2022

Note:
This posting is for an organization that is not a part of the Ontario Public Service. The information and tips on the Ontario Public Service Careers website may not apply to this posting. Please use the contact information below to contact the organization directly if you have questions.