Metadata and Standards Technician

You have work or academic knowledge of the following:

• Descriptive library cataloguing standards (AACR2, RDA, Dublin Core),
• Metadata record encoding standards (MARC, XML, HTML, JSON),
• Authority controls and records,
• Controlled vocabularies and standardized subject headings (LCSH, RVM, STW Thesaurus for Economics),
• International standards for describing numeric data sets (DDI, DataCite)
• Persistent Identifiers (ORCID, DOIs)
• Integrated library systems or platforms

Nice-to-have 

• Microsoft SharePoint experience
• Knowledge of data and software citation principles

Your education and experience
Library technician college diploma and one year of work experience in an information service-delivery unit as a cataloguer or metadata specialist or a Master’s degree in library science, from an ALA-accredited school or an equivalent combination of education and experience, may be considered
What you need to know

• Language requirement: English and French essential (bilingual) with a minimum starting level of functional (level 4) in the second official language. Training may be provided to help reach the required level of fully functional (level 5) in the second official language. (although the position requires a Level 5 (fully functional) in the second official language, we are open to those with a lower level and may provide training to help the selected candidate reach the required level over time)
• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
• In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and further to public health guidelines, preventative measures are being taken to ensure health and safety during the recruitment process. All interviews are conducted virtually.

Hybrid Work Model #LI-Hybrid

The Bank is conducting a trial of a hybrid working model which provides employees with the flexibility to telework for significant portions of each month. During the trial, employees will be expected to come onsite on those days when they are involved in activities that they or their leader feel are better conducted in person and to build connections with colleagues.  For the majority of employees, it is expected that onsite time will range from 5 to 10 days per month, depending on your role.  You must live in Canada and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
Vaccination Policy

Please note that the application of the Bank’s Covid-19 Vaccination policy has been temporarily suspended, effective June 20, 2022.  As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Bank.  However, please note that the Bank reserves the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and government direction.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.

• Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $64,705 to $76,125 (job grade 14)
• Depending on performance, you may be eligible for performance pay for successfully meeting (5 to 7% of your base salary) or for exceeding expectations (10% of your base salary). Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
• Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service #LI-POST