HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE DIRECTION DES RESSOURCES HUMAINES

Committee Attendant (anticipatory)

Selection Process Number: 12749865

Directorate: Property and Services

Classification: PSC-SEN-05: $62,463 - $79,035

Job Type: Anticipatory

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Closing Date: Sunday, July 12, 22026

About the Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution. 

How will you contribute?

As an integral part of the operations team in the Senate Administration’s Property and Services Directorate, the committee attendant provides the entire organization with the ongoing support required to hold in person and hybrid Senate committee, caucus and parliamentary association meetings, Senate sittings and other activities that require high-quality professional services.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Committee Room Support the committee attendant is responsible to provide a wide range of ongoing operational and professional services, such as administrative, logistical, technical, and other support services required for Senate Committees, Caucus and Parliamentary Associations meetings, Senate sittings and other events, in an efficient and discrete manner to ensure continuous service to Senators and their activities. The position, often serving as first point of contact for stakeholders including Senators, public, Senate administration, House of Commons staff, provides support to the Senate Chamber sittings and Senate Committees. Services include: gathering all relevant meeting/event information necessary to carry out duties, such as the number of participants and technical requirements; accurately setting up audio-visual equipment prior to the meeting/event according to given specifications and within established procedures and protocols; operating the console during the meeting/event; and completing established post-meeting activities. The incumbent interacts professionally with committee officials, senators, senior officials, House of Commons electronics services personnel, and CPAC officials. 

The incumbent is asked to help and support the mail services department when needed and is required to support our messenger service. 

Open to

Open to the general public to establish a pool of qualified candidates who may be considered for future determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements within the property and services directorate.

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You are entitled to apply in the official language of your choice (English or French) and you can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of secondary school education

• Experience in using the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Experience in providing services to a varied clientele – in person, virtually and in a hybrid setting;
• Experience in delivering technological services (e.g., use of videoconferencing equipment, projectors, cameras, sound systems, computer hardware and broadcasting systems);
• Ability to work on multiple activities under tight deadlines;
• Ability to operate and adjust a wide range of multimedia systems and equipment (e.g., videoconferencing equipment, projectors, cameras, sound systems, computer hardware and broadcasting systems);
• Ability to install and operate a multimedia workstation;
• Ability to work in a stressful environment;
• Ability to operate a console would be considered an asset;
• Experience in multimedia and broadcasting would be considered an asset;
• Experience in the parliamentary environment would be considered an asset.

Linguistic Requirements 

English Reading Comprehension: A

English Written Expression: B

English Oral Interaction: A

French Reading Comprehension: A

French Written Expression: B

French Oral Interaction: A

Competencies

Integrity
Respect
Service
Dependability
Judgment
Teamwork and cooperation
Communication

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation to be eligible for appointment.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please save a copy of the job poster as it will no longer be available after the application deadline.