[Euro7r]

Received my HST chq and got a paper handout for Census jobs - The 2011 Census staffing 35,000 jobs across Canada

Period of employment: early March to end of July (start date varies by assignment)
Rate of pay: $14.72 to $18.04 per hour plus authorized expenses
Hours of work: flexible, but must commit 20 hours per week
Requirement: must be 18 years of age and over

Apply Now / tell a friend
www.census2011.gc.ca



Anyone going to do this? Government type job would look good on the Resume, I'd say.

[Fujai]

what do you have to do for this job?

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

yeah i was gonna post this too.

what do you have to do for this job?

dude go to the site.

[twitchyzero]

I didn't get to the end of the application yet..can anyone who's applied tell me when's the deadline? This would make a nice summer job for students

[Gh0stRider]

here it is, for you lazy fucks:whistle:




Enumerator


Duties include one or more of the following, depending on type of assignment:

conducting personal interviews to obtain completed questionnaires;
dropping off census questionnaires at dwellings in a specified area and listing the address of each dwelling;
collecting census information from people living in collective dwellings (for example, hospitals, hotels, nursing homes and school residences); and/or
contacting respondents by phone and in-person to obtain completed questionnaires.
Location: Various assignments throughout Canada

Period of employment: From late April or mid-May to mid-August, 2011 (starting dates and length of employment will vary by assignment)

Rate of pay: $14.72 per hour plus authorized expenses

Qualifications

industrious, tactful, conscientious, reliable, energetic and capable of exercising good judgement;
prepared to work long hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays;
good at following written instructions and reading maps;
experienced in dealing with people;
18 years or older;
Canadian citizen, or possess a valid work permit or permanent resident status;
computer skills with access to a home computer and the Internet are an asset.


Crew leader (Supervisor)


Crew leaders are responsible for all activities related to the enumeration of an area referred to as a Crew Leader District. The crew leader trains, leads and supervises a team of 10-12 enumerators during the census. The job may also require the recruitment and selection of enumerators.

Duties include:

training, leading and motivating a team of enumerators;
performing a variety of supervisory functions including performance management;
ensuring production and quality standards are met;
reporting on cost and progress using on-line reports;
dealing with the public;
collecting census information from people living in collective dwellings (for example, hospitals, hotels, nursing homes and school resdences); and
contacting respondents by phone and in-person to obtain completed questionnaires.
Location: Various assignments throughout Canada

Period of employment: From early March or mid-April to mid-August, 2011 (starting dates and length of employment will vary by assignment)

Rate of pay: $18.04 per hour plus authorized expenses

Qualifications

industrious, tactful, conscientious, reliable, energetic and capable of exercising good judgement;
proven leaders who can motivate others;
prepared to work long hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays;
good at following written instructions and reading maps;
knowledgeable about their community/area;
licensed drivers with full-time access to a vehicle;
18 years or older;
Canadian citizen, or possess a valid work permit or permanent resident status;
computer skills with access to a home computer and the Internet are an asset.

[twitchyzero]

just applied :)..good luck to all.

[bakasam]

Damn you beat me to posting it :P

Applied and good luck all

[rageguy]

I did the enumerator position last Census, I believe it was 2006. Back then, it was by piece work. $1.56 per incomplete census, and $3.xx per complete census. If you can do it fast (walk fast, talk fast, fill the form fast), then you can easily get $30-40 per hour. What I like about the job is that it's pretty straight forward. You have a list of addresses to go to, and you have to visit that house every day until they answer the door. You also have to spam them with phone calls too. When they answer, just ask them the survey questions. At the end of the day, just drop off the surveys at your supervisor's house.

What I didn't like is that you are often assigned an area not close to your house. I live in the south vancouver area. I was assigned Kingsway and 12 or so. Also, there were lots of apartments in that area where the main door is locked. That was hard to get in. Also, there was definitely some risk involved. I had to go into people's houses (or at their door). Some people look very sketchy.

[BaoTurbo]

Just applied

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

oh great, these guys gonna be working in my building



fuck

[RevRav]

I did the enumerator position last Census, I believe it was 2006.
How was the examination to get in?

[rageguy]

How was the examination to get in?

Oh yeah there was the exam. Nothing a grade 10 can't pass. Basic english and math.

[SoulCrusher]

^^ That'll filter out half the ppl that use RS

[RevRav]

IYou have a list of addresses to go to, and you have to visit that house every day until they answer the door. You also have to spam them with phone calls too. When they answer, just ask them the survey questions. At the end of the day, just drop off the surveys at your supervisor's house.

They mentioned "plus authorized expenses", and you said you would need to keep showing up at their house every day until they answer the door. So that does that mean gas expenses will be reimburse?

[ac007]

Has anyone heard anything back yet? Would be great if we can keep each other updated on the progress.

[guddagudd]

^ +1

Also, does anyone know what are the chances they'll hire someone with no previous experience in this field?

[rageguy]

^ +1

Also, does anyone know what are the chances they'll hire someone with no previous experience in this field?

I had no experience. You don't need any experience for this. Seriously it's just visiting a list of addresses, ring door bell, ask them questions, write on scantron.

They mentioned "plus authorized expenses", and you said you would need to keep showing up at their house every day until they answer the door. So that does that mean gas expenses will be reimburse?

Yes you do get gas reimbursed if they assign you to a far place. I did. It was by km, so you will get 100% compensated for the gas.

[Euro7r]

What if you get assigned to a list of addresses that you are responsible for, but no one is home? Keep going back till someone is home eventually?

[rageguy]

What if you get assigned to a list of addresses that you are responsible for, but no one is home? Keep going back till someone is home eventually?

Yes. Minimum 3 calls and door bells, spread out over 1 week. After that, they are labeled as no answer and treated as completed.

[RevRav]

Yes. Minimum 3 calls and door bells, spread out over 1 week. After that, they are labeled as no answer and treated as completed.

Would that be classify as completed? or incompleted? I noticed your previous post mentioned:

$1.56 per incomplete census, and $3.xx per complete census

[rageguy]

Would that be classify as completed? or incompleted? I noticed your previous post mentioned:

A household is considered completed if:
a.) You called them 3 times and visited them 3 times, or
b.) You got a hold of them and completed the survey.

It looks like the new pay structure is by hour, not by piecework anymore. They probably realized the hard working ones are getting too much money from the job.

[Euro7r]

A household is considered completed if:
a.) You called them 3 times and visited them 3 times, or
b.) You got a hold of them and completed the survey.

It looks like the new pay structure is by hour, not by piecework anymore. They probably realized the hard working ones are getting too much money from the job.

Looks like some of you guys will be cruising along and submit plenty of incomplete surveys :troll: hahah

[guddagudd]

Did anyone hear back yet?

[twitchyzero]

rageguy thanks for the tips..let's cross our fingers for piecework..and I don't expect them to start contacting prospective employees until next week.

[Gh0stRider]

application submitted

[xmisstrinh]

applied and good luck everyone!! rack up some cash before partying in the summer =D

[jing]

Nm

[Lolkai]

Update: they just called me today(applied near beginning) and i'm scheduled for the written on wednesday @ 1PM! anyone else get a call from them??

[Cillu]

Submitted my application just now. Hope I get in!

[twitchyzero]

anyone here back yet? still no response.

[Gh0stRider]

Haven't heard anything yet
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[jing]

Me neither

[jjson]

thanks rageguy :)

[Alphamale]

I had an test/interview for early enumeration.

One thing I have to say is, AGE DISCRIMINATION.

[illicitstylz]

I had an test/interview for early enumeration.

One thing I have to say is, AGE DISCRIMINATION.

I'm assuming mid 20's will have a more difficult time to get in than the adults?

[Alphamale]

Something like that.

Turned down for a supervisory position because of my age when they told me it's because of my test score. It is highly improbable that my test score was less that 90-95% because the test was retardedly easy.

My suspicions were confirmed when my sister was recommended for both positions despite the fact that I know she either scored equally or lower than me because I know she just isn't that bright w/ the tested material.

[rageguy]

Something like that.

Turned down for a supervisory position because of my age when they told me it's because of my test score. It is highly improbable that my test score was less that 90-95% because the test was retardedly easy.

My suspicions were confirmed when my sister was recommended for both positions despite the fact that I know she either scored equally or lower than me because I know she just isn't that bright w/ the tested material.

Half true. My supervisor was an undergrad in UBC, so around 19-22 years old. The other enumerators are 70% between 19-22, and then the rest were either chinese c-lais or old white men.

[z-33]

got a call today, going in for interview tomm at 2'o clock in surrey. anyone else attending?

[RevRav]

got a call today, going in for interview tomm at 2'o clock in surrey. anyone else attending?

When did you apply?

[BNR32_Coupe]

Something like that.

Turned down for a supervisory position because of my age when they told me it's because of my test score. It is highly improbable that my test score was less that 90-95% because the test was retardedly easy.

My suspicions were confirmed when my sister was recommended for both positions despite the fact that I know she either scored equally or lower than me because I know she just isn't that bright w/ the tested material.

yeah but imagine bossing around old people. that'd be so painful. i mean it'd make sense to have the brighter people lead but you dont understand how choked old people get when a little guy shows them up.

[Lolkai]

^ good thing i hit the gym :troll:
I think some adults will admire how a young individual is doing the job because it shows that not all young adults are useless. It really depends on how you lead them cuz they'll obviously hate you if you're a dick and all. But I got a call yesterday and going in for interview at downtown next friday!

[z-33]

When did you apply?

i applied actually a couple days after seeing this thread, which was around jan.15. I went in for the testing today, and it was pretty simple. Just 15- 19 multiple choice questions depending on what position u want. After writing the test they reviewed my test and handed me a paper stating that they would call me in for an interview. so ill have to wait and c what happens

[Gh0stRider]

i applied on the 20th. maybe they'll call next week.

[Razgriz]

^ good thing i hit the gym :troll:
I think some adults will admire how a young individual is doing the job because it shows that not all young adults are useless. It really depends on how you lead them cuz they'll obviously hate you if you're a dick and all. But I got a call yesterday and going in for interview at downtown next friday!

Pretty sure it depends on how old you are. If you're an old guy working there I doubt you would being admiring a young person being your supervisor.

[BNR32_Coupe]

^ good thing i hit the gym :troll:
I think some adults will admire how a young individual is doing the job because it shows that not all young adults are useless. It really depends on how you lead them cuz they'll obviously hate you if you're a dick and all. But I got a call yesterday and going in for interview at downtown next friday!

I have been working since I was 15 and I've never met an old person who thinks like that. They either resent their younger superior or get depressed about their progress in life. Maybe when you get older you'll understand.

[donthatethegame]

Do they call the applicants who applied earlier first? i just found this thread and my friend applied like 2 weeks ago so on like the 24th and he just told me he got another job so if they called him for this he would have to decline.

[teaoh]

Missed a call since I was in class. Will call back tomorrow since the person left a voicemail

[alpinestars]

What was the interview like? I mean, what kind of questions did they ask? Do they tell you if you got the job right away?

[busdriverman]

applied

[Alphamale]

What was the interview like? I mean, what kind of questions did they ask? Do they tell you if you got the job right away?

Answering those questions wouldn't be fair game, ethically speaking :troll:.

[RFlush]

Something like that.

Turned down for a supervisory position because of my age when they told me it's because of my test score. It is highly improbable that my test score was less that 90-95% because the test was retardedly easy.

My suspicions were confirmed when my sister was recommended for both positions despite the fact that I know she either scored equally or lower than me because I know she just isn't that bright w/ the tested material.

Pics of said sister otherwise you are just lying.

[alpinestars]

Something like that.

Turned down for a supervisory position because of my age when they told me it's because of my test score. It is highly improbable that my test score was less that 90-95% because the test was retardedly easy.

My suspicions were confirmed when my sister was recommended for both positions despite the fact that I know she either scored equally or lower than me because I know she just isn't that bright w/ the tested material.

the test was brutally easy, which makes it convenient to feel over-confident about it and fly through it too quickly. i did the test in 15 minutes confidently, feeling as if I got 100%. ran through the questions a second time and I caught 4 questions (20%) that were wrong.

perhaps you really failed the test, these guys having nothing to lose or gain by lying to you. whats stopping them from saying "there was candidate who scored lower but fit our criteria better"? nothing. you got too confident and failed the test

[Alphamale]

^possible as I've thought of that conclusion, but they won't reveal the results.

It doesn't matter to me anymore really.

[xmisstrinh]

Question... If I haven't gotten a call by now... would that mean my chances of getting the job would be close to 0? thanks.

[d1]

Considering the employment period starts around May, I'd say you still have a fairly good chance.

[Alphamale]

.

[twitchyzero]

Question... If I haven't gotten a call by now... would that mean my chances of getting the job would be close to 0? thanks.

if you applied when this thread was put up you probably didn't make the cut like myself.

now i know not to put my landline as my primary contact # for job applications.:failed:

[wix]

xmisstrinh: I got a call today, got scheduled to the take the test in Surrey on Tuesday, so it's not too late. They are still trying to call all the applicants.

Also, does anyone know what the testing is like? Do you just go there, and take the test with several other applicants? Should I dress more formally, etc?

[teaoh]

^I got a test on the 22nd in Downtown. I asked if I should dress formally and she said it was just writing a test so dressing up wouldnt be needed.

I was also told to bring ID (driver license to show that you have a valid license) and 2 references (I think) to prove that I worked where I stated my previous job was.

[Lolkai]

Just had my interview today and i'm not gunna lie but i found it quite intimidating.

[wix]

Just had my interview today and i'm not gunna lie but i found it quite intimidating.

Care to explain? :fullofwin:

[cococly]

xmisstrinh: I got a call today, got scheduled to the take the test in Surrey on Tuesday, so it's not too late. They are still trying to call all the applicants.

Also, does anyone know what the testing is like? Do you just go there, and take the test with several other applicants? Should I dress more formally, etc?

Do you still have the record of the phone number they used to contact you?

[wix]

It's a cellphone number that started with 778, I think they just have a bunch of people calling the applicants with their cellphones.

[dignatas]

It's a cellphone number that started with 778, I think they just have a bunch of people calling the applicants with their cellphones.

??? My home and many other businesses use 778

[d1]

To those that have been to the exam, is their office address 475 west georgia?

[wix]

??? My home and many other businesses use 778

Oops, my bad, I'm not sure then.

[d1]

To those that have been to the exam, is their office address 475 west georgia?

I'll confirm - it is. Took the test for the enumerator position because apparently I won't be working enough hours to be a supervisor. As for the test, it's probably the easiest test I've taken since fifth grade so there's really nothing to worry about.

[distanc3]

Got a call this morning to confirm if I'm still interested and convinced me to do the supervisory position. Anyone else who applied for the supervisory position been asked to bring 3-4 work (no personal)references?
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[wix]

Just finished the test. Very easy. Passed and will be scheduled in for an interview. Non-sup position.

[xmisstrinh]

thanks guys, but still no call =[ i need money =[

[Alphamale]

thanks guys, but still no call =[ i need money =[

:troll:

[Gh0stRider]

no call :fuuuuu:

[twitchyzero]

no call..damnit i need a 2nd job during the summer.

[01-xtreme]

Just got a call today for a supervisory position. I'm going in on the 23rd. I'll update you guys then.

[saucywoman]

interviewing for supervisory position tomorrow night... any updates on the test?

[xmisstrinh]

for those who got calls, were you all very detailed with the work history/work duty parts?

[busdriverman]

still no call here

[Stealthy]

Only saw this thread now, applied around 15-18 last month but I forgot what day exactly. Haven't received a call yet either, really hoping to get this.

[_Hotsauce_]

for those who got calls, were you all very detailed with the work history/work duty parts?

I think that's generally a good idea if you're seriously interested in a job, especially when it comes to working for the Government.

[saucywoman]

i can't remember what I said but I would've filled it out exactly as I would any other job and attach a current resume if allowed

[saucywoman]

tested for supervisory position and passed the test... too bad I work fulltime cause eves/weekends are only for enumerators... guess thats still a good wage, whatever it may be

[teaoh]

When you guys wrote the test, did you also need to bring 2 reference contacts? I'm assuming for references you would put name, number, position, email. Am I missing anything else?

[saucywoman]

Yes 2 reference contacts. Just type it out before you head to the test.
Name, company, phone and relationship is all that's needed
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[SchoolGlue]

got a called today and have my supervisor test on march 2nd! anyone else get their call recently?

[Gh0stRider]

nope

[dubzz24]

I had my test yesterday. Passed (rediculously easy). Oh boy!

[Sensations]

got a call too but missed it and the lady wont return my calls.... soo lame

[Sensations]

got my interview on Wednesday. Whats the test about anyways? And yeah i only had one other real job what can i use as an alternative reference?

[dubzz24]

Test is just like the online example.

[iPee]

I applied in early jan got a call today to go for testing tomorrow.
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[TRDood]

Test next tuesday for me.

Applied early last month...
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[Sensations]

test was cake. Do you just need a 50 percent or higher like the L test

[d1]

7/12.

Did anyone get a call for a phone interview yet?

[twitchyzero]

they call me today after 2 months lol..did anyone get a chance to ask if it's piece work like rageguy said it was?
dressing casually is cool for just testing, yes?

[RevRav]

^ Good to hear they are still calling people

[teaoh]

they call me today after 2 months lol..did anyone get a chance to ask if it's piece work like rageguy said it was?
dressing casually is cool for just testing, yes?
Yeah you can wear anything you want for the testing.

[TRDood]

Nice, I have my test tomorrow.

[busdriverman]

relieving to hear that they are still calling some people

i would really like the opportunity to put this down on my resume

[01-xtreme]

has anyone done the interview yet?

i'm still waiting on a call even though i passed the test 2 weeks ago.

[Sensations]

how do u know you past? i know it was super easy and all but maybe it was harder than we thought? did they call you? Cuz i want my call tooo

[z-33]

I wrote the test about 3-4 weeks ago, and when i finished the test they handed me sheet that had a checkbox ticked off saying "will call for interview", so i assumed i would be called in for a second interview however i still havent. The sheet also had a checkbox for "scheduled for interview" and than went on to list the time and date. So my assumption is if they told you the time and date for ur second interview on the testing day, you have a shot otherwise your out of luck like me.

[TRDood]

No check boxes or anything. Typical government exam. However, they missed the "do not disclose contents" disclaimer though.

I can see that some people might fall into a few traps. It's easy but still becareful.
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[iPee]

It's retarded how they do things, I got a call to go do the test. Did my test last tuesday, get another call on wednesday they left a voicemail. I though oh wow interviews already call them back and the girl was like soooo are you still interested in the job, we can book you for testing. Told her I already took the test, she apologizes for her mistake, I get a call again from them on Friday asking to go for testing and they apologized again.

What a tesase.....

[TRDood]

It's retarded how they do things, I got a call to go do the test. Did my test last tuesday, get another call on wednesday they left a voicemail. I though oh wow interviews already call them back and the girl was like soooo are you still interested in the job, we can book you for testing. Told her I already took the test, she apologizes for her mistake, I get a call again from them on Friday asking to go for testing and they apologized again.

What a tesase.....

Stats Can might have contracted out the hiring process to a consultant... The place I went to do the testing today doesn't even have government offices.

Anyone have info?

[twitchyzero]

i did the the test today...as i was waiting for the elevator the other guy was like..damn that was hard..thought he was being sarcastic lol

[Skim]

I wrote the test about 3-4 weeks ago, and when i finished the test they handed me sheet that had a checkbox ticked off saying "will call for interview", so i assumed i would be called in for a second interview however i still havent. The sheet also had a checkbox for "scheduled for interview" and than went on to list the time and date. So my assumption is if they told you the time and date for ur second interview on the testing day, you have a shot otherwise your out of luck like me.

Same here,

How long does it usually take after writing the test that one gets called for an interview?

[lubbyda]

so i did my test 2 weeks ago and i still havent heard back. Im assuming my passed my test cause it was ridiculously easy. I signed the check out sheet.

My question is: Was there any other forms to sign after the test? I had to leave early cause i had prior commitments. The chinese lady going through instructions said the whole process (test and whatever else was needed) would take about 2 hours. The test itself is 30 mins.

Im asking this because she wasnt really clear, and i had to leave early. If i had additional forms to sign i don't want it to be the reason why im not getting a call back for an interview and will contact them...

thanks

[lol604]

got a call from 604 628 5xxx today. i thought it was a telemarketer so i hung up. anyone know if this is stats can?

[twitchyzero]

so i did my test 2 weeks ago and i still havent heard back. Im assuming my passed my test cause it was ridiculously easy. I signed the check out sheet.

My question is: Was there any other forms to sign after the test? I had to leave early cause i had prior commitments. The chinese lady going through instructions said the whole process (test and whatever else was needed) would take about 2 hours. The test itself is 30 mins.

Im asking this because she wasnt really clear, and i had to leave early. If i had additional forms to sign i don't want it to be the reason why im not getting a call back for an interview and will contact them...

thanks
did you hear back? it's almost 2 weeks for me too and no call

[Sensations]

no call for me either. Not sure if this is true but friend told me that they usually call a few weeks before people actually start work

[wyuzz]

Looks like they dont need me cause i haven't received any calls whatsoever :(

[d1]

Just got called for a phone interview. It wasn't too bad but I didn't do as well as I could've.. oh well.

[Euro7r]

This is messed up. So, no one at all has been offered any work yet? :fuuuuu:

[pamplemousse]

got called for a phone interview this morning

[twitchyzero]

what kind of questions did they ask? mostly just scenario ones i'm assuming?

[Sensations]

well got a call today but missed it argggg. will post if i get a recall

[dubzz24]

I declined so one more spot open for you guys!

[TRDood]

They are calling right now, just got a call earlier this afternoon but I was busy at that moment.

They don't schedule interviews. Instead, the phone interviews are on the spot. Be on the look out for (604)658-XXXX

[BWAHHH]

I'm located in Calgary AB, and I got called today to go in for the test. Just a question for everyone here, for those who have worked for Census Canada before, what exactly does a Enumerator do? I know there's a brief outline of what the tasks required of you are, but I was just curious from first hand experience. Thanks in advance!

[noTirl]

I did the enumerator position last Census, I believe it was 2006. Back then, it was by piece work. $1.56 per incomplete census, and $3.xx per complete census. If you can do it fast (walk fast, talk fast, fill the form fast), then you can easily get $30-40 per hour. What I like about the job is that it's pretty straight forward. You have a list of addresses to go to, and you have to visit that house every day until they answer the door. You also have to spam them with phone calls too. When they answer, just ask them the survey questions. At the end of the day, just drop off the surveys at your supervisor's house.

What I didn't like is that you are often assigned an area not close to your house. I live in the south vancouver area. I was assigned Kingsway and 12 or so. Also, there were lots of apartments in that area where the main door is locked. That was hard to get in. Also, there was definitely some risk involved. I had to go into people's houses (or at their door). Some people look very sketchy.

first page of thread:speechless:

[BWAHHH]

Thanks, I can't believe I forgot I read that, I read this a few weeks ago thinking I didn't make the cut for the screening process. Turns out I did and forgot I even read about the job description. :stupid:

[rageguy]

Speaking of my past Census experience, there were lots of interesting stories. From horny mature women to obvious drug dealing gangsters to super smelly people and even overly friendly people who offered me dinner. Also, this job showed me how run down some houses can be. You'll be surprised that a lot of house interiors are virtually the same as a dumpster.

[twitchyzero]

got the interview today..4 standard scenario questions..and they just confirm your references.
i thought all work starts in may...but some can start as late as july
lol wtf

[jing]

Finally got the call to take the test!

[Sensations]

Yeah got a call today and all the interview is, is 4 scnarios like what would you do, example of how you took leadership, a time when you had to work with someone who you didn't like etc... Then its just comfirming ur idntity and references
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[TRDood]

Yeah got a call today and all the interview is, is 4 scnarios like what would you do, example of how you took leadership, a time when you had to work with someone who you didn't like etc... Then its just comfirming ur idntity and references
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:speechless:

Why would you give the questions away to your competitors? Now there's an extra advantage for those who are getting interviews later.

[wix]

Did the phone interview today, but didn't think I answered the questions the best that I could.

Anyone have any ideas when they'll contact you with a job offer? Or to let you know that you didn't make the cut?

thanks

[TRDood]

Did the phone interview today, but didn't think I answered the questions the best that I could.

Anyone have any ideas when they'll contact you with a job offer? Or to let you know that you didn't make the cut?

thanks

Latest beginning of May if you don't get a call back, that means you didn't make it. He said candidates can call in and ask why they didn't get chosen.

[RevRav]

Still no call :alone:

[Sensations]

Ohh I dunno just being helpful I guess don't really mind not getting this job
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[d1]

Latest beginning of May if you don't get a call back, that means you didn't make it. He said candidates can call in and ask why they didn't get chosen.

The guy I talked to said candidates may be called as late as July.

[Lolkai]

Just got email stating that I've passed all the examinations and interviews and now in a pool with other qualified candidates. They will call me anytime from now till July and position start at diff times.

[Skim]

Has anyone got a job offer or are they still only conducting interviews? Anyone still writing the test? I wrote the test 2 months ago and have still not heard back....does this mean it's probably over for me?

[jing]

I just wrote the test (which was a breeze btw) and was told that they'll be calling people up til July

[ilvtofu]

Just got the call, exam is on tuesday, kinda don't want to go and rather study for finals but she said exam is only 20 mins. Calling people up to survey isn't really my thing, should I ask for a supervised position rather than non supervised?

[twitchyzero]

^ if you can work full-time..but i think supervisors were hired already.

[dubzz24]

should I ask for a supervised position rather than non supervised?


Just because you're a supervisor doesn't mean you wont be supervised :hotbaby:

[RevRav]

Still no call :(

[ilvtofu]

^ if you can work full-time..but i think supervisors were hired already.


I thought supervised position meant that there would be someone supervising you and non supervised meant there isn't. I'm not looking to BE a supervisor lol

[dubzz24]

I thought supervised position meant that there would be someone supervising you and non supervised meant there isn't. I'm not looking to BE a supervisor lol

You read the titles wrong. It's supervisory and non-supervisory.
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[saucywoman]

supervisory positions need you to be available fulltime 8-5 during the day, I applied for that and passed the test on that but when I was talking to the guy giving the test thats when I found out the availability needed

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

:speechless:

Why would you give the questions away to your competitors? Now there's an extra advantage for those who are getting interviews later.

that's not the way to think, they aren't business competitors or drug dealing competitors. these "competitors" are potentially people you have to fucking work with.

you cant go around trying to hide petty information like this, you have to expect everyone to know this shit like it's free candy, your advantage shouldnt be this info, if it is, lol you don't have much leverage over your "competitors".

[bakasam]

just got a call today.

test on tuesday

[SchoolGlue]

are they still calling for the supervisor position?

i did the test late march, but i still haven't received any kind of response. Would be nice to find out how i did for the test cause it was amazingly easy i would be surprised if i didnt make that bracket =(

[saucywoman]

Just got a call tonight, interview tomorrow. They need to have their candidates by wed so they can start doing reference and criminal checks is what I was told. Work til 4 and game starts at 5 so I'll be cutting in close :s
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[Skim]

So you mean that everyone who is chosen for an interview will get one by wednesday? does that mean that no more interviews if we still didn't get one?

[BNR32_Coupe]

friend took the supervisor interview, she said they make you point at a map of the lower mainland and explain about different areas, ethnic areas, safety concerns. also, point out all the construction zones in the area. when you point out a construction zone, state that its important to know because enumerators should take caution around construction zones as it is dangerous, also its handy to consider these zones when planning out routes.

another thing she told me was you'll be a putting a lot of boxes with files in your house. your house will be used as a mini-warehouse for a shit ton of survey forms. but you'll get compensated $2/day for that reason

[Skim]

Anyone else still writing the test or getting an interview?

[frozen]

writing the test on saturday the 30th. You can just wear casual right...? lol

[k2_alpha]

^no
doesnt matter if it is a test or interview.
When you are in a situation for the purpose of getting a job, you MUST dress business like.
NEVER EVER go in casual.
It is always better to be overdress then underessed.

Friendly tip from a person who is part of recruting

[frozen]

alright thx bro

[mikemhg]

Got called for an Interview today, but I turned it down. You need to work a minimum 25 hours? Don't have time for that with a Full-Time job already :/

[Alphamale]

^no
doesnt matter if it is a test or interview.
When you are in a situation for the purpose of getting a job, you MUST dress business like.
NEVER EVER go in casual.
It is always better to be overdress then underessed.

Friendly tip from a person who is part of recruting

Good rule to go by, but from what I gather (from various ppl who have asked the recruiter), they said to dress casual.

I dressed up but I don't think it makes a difference in this case.

[k2_alpha]

^unless you have explicit instructions directly from the recruiter to dress casual, you should always dress to impress.

In today's economy, there is a lot of over qualified people looking for sub par jobs.
There is always someone who is more skilled, more experienced, better qualified than you.
When you first approach the interviewer, your clothing is part of first impressions. First impressions mean a lot in interviews. Don't let anyone tell you different.

[BaoTurbo]

Got called in for an interview or test on Wed. Any quick tips and pointers?

[Alphamale]

Working in Metrotower for census...

Anyone else up in thurrrrrrrrrrrrr?

[SchoolGlue]

I got a phone interview for an enumerator job today. I applied for the supervisor position so i naturally asked why I wasn't given the opportunity for it and he said that the positions are all filled already. He claimed it was on a first come first serve basis haha, cause I said that there was no way I could have failed that 'test'.

anyways those four scenario with privacy and work ethics. I don't even want the job as it would be lower paying than what i already have lolol

[Skim]

Has anyone actually started working as an enumerator yet? This whole process takes so long.....I wrote the test more than 2 months ago and passed yet I still haven't heard back yet :(

[TRDood]

Just got a call from a crew leader for training next Friday but can't make it due to my current work schedule.

The guy was nice and put me into the next training session that might happen sometime in June. I told him that I am only interested in working evenings and weekends and he's totally cool with that.

So they are calling up people to work!

[twitchyzero]

^ were you e-mailed before this call to know you were a successful applicant? i didnt hear back since the phone interview like probably a month ago now...didnt do so well on it i guess

[TRDood]

^ were you e-mailed before this call to know you were a successful applicant? i didnt hear back since the phone interview like probably a month ago now...didnt do so well on it i guess

Heard nothing prior. I actually told him that I was surprised that he would call me to work on a Sunday. Government employees never work Sundays. lol

I think there's a pool of successful candidate that these crew leader receives.
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[PornMaster]

Got a call today got a nice FT job now so hopefully one of you guys will get it :)

[BaoTurbo]

I did the test today and it was pretty logical but I only had 30min to finish it which made it even more stressing. Some math, english comprehension, nothing a person with a average education can't handle. 1 question stumped me though, something about money reimbursment so I had to guess that one.

A bunch of C-lai's and some foreign people were at the test which made me really want to :facepalm: hard and they couldn't seem to keep up with the instructions. We were instructed to bring our references and 2 guys in front of me that I can see clearly, one guy used a small piece of scrap paper - Asian male in his 20's and looked like he came from China, and some other guy used the scrap paper for the test to write his. I was saying "Oh jesus" in my head the whole time. The rest I couldn't see behind me, but I don't think the 2 China females were any better.

[guddagudd]

Got a call just now, but I already found a minimum wage paying job that promises long hours with no break and little to no commodity so how can I say yes to this.












FUCK

[TRDood]

Yeah, I got a call today from another crew leader again.

Training is on May 13th but I just started my career job so I can't take 2 days off for training. Let's see what they will do. I told them evenings and weekends, they are fine with that. I don't care about the money, just want the experience. :)
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[jing]

Had my phone interview today and I think I did alright. My two references told me that they put in a very good word for me too, so hopefully I got this in the bag.

[jimzilla]

I had to turn it down today. I found out a week ago I leave for training mid june.

[distanc3]

Hey guys I just turned down the supervisory position a minute ago because I got another job. So the rest of you don't give up hope!!

[BaoTurbo]

I want this job SO bad now after all the turndowns. But I'm going to be a enumerator anyways, hope that has more turn downs

[TRDood]

I will most likely turn it down as well because I am not going to take 2 days off at my real job.
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[mzsc168]

I did the test today and it was pretty logical but I only had 30min to finish it which made it even more stressing. Some math, english comprehension, nothing a person with a average education can't handle. 1 question stumped me though, something about money reimbursment so I had to guess that one.

A bunch of C-lai's and some foreign people were at the test which made me really want to :facepalm: hard and they couldn't seem to keep up with the instructions. We were instructed to bring our references and 2 guys in front of me that I can see clearly, one guy used a small piece of scrap paper - Asian male in his 20's and looked like he came from China, and some other guy used the scrap paper for the test to write his. I was saying "Oh jesus" in my head the whole time. The rest I couldn't see behind me, but I don't think the 2 China females were any better.

I have my test tmr. I'm quite nervous. Were you interviewed on the same day as well? Or were you there for just the test? I was told that I should be prepared to stay for two hours. That seems like a lot of time, if it's just for the test.

[BaoTurbo]

^1 hour tops. Half hour for instructions and paperwork like forms and such then another half for the test. We probably took longer than normally with the people that couldn't get the instructions right.

Questions are not really difficult, they are mostly questions that give you lets say, a legend with symbols, then you need to decipher then comparing them to information they give you. Not that hard really, just need to think outside the box and know how to understand the question as fast as possible.

No interview because they will be marking it, then doing a phone interview 2 weeks later if you passed and chosen. So just the test. And side note, I guess at least dress "business casual" even though its just a test. Honestly I think it makes a little impression difference when you walk into the office and see other people working there or people around you that will be doing the test. Jeans and a t shirt is alright if you really want to, but when I did the test, it kindof didn't give off a good intelligent impression seeing other people do that. It's always better to overdress than to underdress even if you stand out because in this case, it's positive.

Oh yea...for me I wore the usual dress pants and shirt, formal shoes, a sweater, and a formal looking yet casual jacket. I guess it's not too formal or too casual so it was what I liked best

[TRDood]

I wore sweat pants to do the test. Hahaha
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[d1]

They just called me. Not to sound mean but her english was so fob I didn't understand half the things she was saying.

[Gilgamesh]

^ I had the same person, name starts with an S.

[twitchyzero]

they called today to update my reference when i did so a month ago...i asked when i should expect to hear back they said it won't be her personally but sometime in the next two weeks before training starts. I expected better coordination from a government employment...even if it's seasonal.

[Alphamale]

They hire on a "as-needed" basis that is based on the contingency of prior interviewees...so naturally it is a bit of a laggy process considering the amount of candidates they need to filter through, select, and verify whether or not they are still interested in a job and whether or not they get fired/flake mid-way.

There are a few new things Census Canada is doing this year, so some processes are ad-hoc and need adjustments as things proceed.

[JayEch]

Yeah apparently they are still calling people in for the test. Quite surprising that they are so unorganized
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[cococly]

Yea, I just got my first call from them. I applied it at least 3 months ago.

Anyone going for the test (on W.Georgia) this friday?

[Alphamale]

If anyone ends up in CSQU, hit me up!!!

[BaoTurbo]

Just had phone interview today. Went well but I don't have extensive work experience so it was somewhat difficult to answer the interview questions because I don't have many examples I can use. Got a east indian woman with a heavy accent, hard to understand but I could still make out what she asked most of the times.

[z-33]

i got a phone interview yesterday, where she asked me a bunch of scenario questions. since im not a asian :) lol kidding and dont care about my competition these are the questions i was asked.
1)name a time were u had a tight deadline and didnt have enough time to finish what would you do.
2)name a time u had a co-worker with a bad attitude, how would u approach the problem

there was 2 more but i forgot.

i know my references personally and they told me they called them today to ask what kind of person i am.

anyways will c where it goes from here.

[d1]

^ I had the same person, name starts with an S.

Yeah her name starts with an S - guess I'll see you at training?

[RESN]

I did my test a week ago, should I be getting another call?
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[bakasam]

Anyone know if training is paid for?

Training on 30th and 31st for me :)

[OffSea]

^^
Yeah, wondering the same. Got a callback, but hope the days don't conflict with school :/

[d1]

Training is paid for. They'll also pay for the time it takes for you to get to and from training as well as your bus fare or parking.

[doma]

just had my test today

[BNR32_Coupe]

Dear census employees:

say hello to my little friend


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[frozen]

Dear census employees:

say hello to my little friend


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Send that dog running at me while I'm doing my survey and I'll be sure to snap its neck.

k anyway, I had the test like 3 weeks ago? got a phone interview last week with a guy, and today he called saying my reference passed so I'll be attending the training session next monday. Can't believe the training takes two whole fucking days.

[bakasam]

Send that dog running at me while I'm doing my survey and I'll be sure to snap its neck.

k anyway, I had the test like 3 weeks ago? got a phone interview last week with a guy, and today he called saying my reference passed so I'll be attending the training session next monday. Can't believe the training takes two whole fucking days.

lol I have training same day but i told them i have class on tuesday and they said i could just go to half of it

[RevRav]

lol I have training same day but i told them i have class on tuesday and they said i could just go to half of it

Which city? Sounds like a lot of training are happening next Mon + Tues.

[bakasam]

Richmond

[superangie]

Richmond

Do you know the address of the training location and what time training starts? I was told my training begins on May 30-31, and that an e-mail would be sent with all the information regarding training by the end of today, but I haven't received it, and I think it's too late to call their office. Please help! :)

[bakasam]

Yeah i was told the same thing but didnt get an email yet

[superangie]

Alright thanks anyways I'll let you know if I receive the e-mail!

[yellowpower]

r they stilll hiring??

[Alphamale]

I saw some people come in for interviews approximately 1 week or less ago. This is in the Burnaby office.

[flagella]

still interviewing? lol wtf

It's prob only like a month left.

[K-Dub]

Bunk. Went through everything, test, interview, reference's got called... and then that was it.

Phoned the interviewer back she said all paperwork has gone to Census office and not sure what happened after that, so she has nothing to do anymore with it. My papers were just tossed around from person to person -_-.

Also, I heard that they hire on a as-needed basis for neighbourhoods, sooo.... yea.

[jing]

Bunk. Went through everything, test, interview, reference's got called... and then that was it.

Phoned the interviewer back she said all paperwork has gone to Census office and not sure what happened after that, so she has nothing to do anymore with it. My papers were just tossed around from person to person -_-.

Also, I heard that they hire on a as-needed basis for neighbourhoods, sooo.... yea.

Same here. I was pretty confident that I'd get the job but I guess they thought otherwise, lulz.

[twitchyzero]

they called today to update my reference when i did so a month ago...i asked when i should expect to hear back they said it won't be her personally but sometime in the next two weeks before training starts. I expected better coordination from a government employment...even if it's seasonal.

so i posted this back in early May...my references got called last week and they were caught off-guard because I told them they should expect a call mid April...not two months after.

What a joke..if they had the capacity to hire 35K employees across the country this is beyond disorganized. Even if they tell me to come in for a training I'll laugh and then decline. and they even screwed up my household's questionnaire, ha.

[RangeRoverTurbo]

so i posted this back in early May...references got called last week LOL they were caught off-guard because I told them they should expect a call mid April...not two months after.

What a joke..if they had the capacity to hire 35K employees this is beyond disorganized. Even if they tell me to come in for a training I'll laugh and then decline. and they even screwed up my household's questionnaire ahhaha

Just go for training. You get paid $14.72/hr for 14 hours. But training doesn't take up the full 14 hours, you get out 3-5 hours early depending on your trainer / Crew Leader. I fell asleep for 35 minutes and no one even care.

Then just quit after that. :fuckyea:

[Zheff]

They are still interviewing as of today...having my phone interview tomorrow morning

[twitchyzero]

isn't there less than 3 weeks left, lol

[Zheff]

hahaha! whatttt....no idea! that would suck big time

[hotshot1]

I just remembered about this!

Anyway, a few months ago I took the test, got a phone interview, and was told that I'd get a call back. About a month and a half ago, I received a call from someone from Census and that person said he would call me back in "a week". I can't really remember the details.

Fast-forward to today and I've had no communication with anyone at Census at all.

I started to think maybe the phone call was a scam but I'm pretty sure I didn't give any sensitive info over the call.

[Zheff]

LOL~ Had my interview~ She called my references~

Before the interview, I asked how long is this job is for...she told me she's just gathering people for the hiring pool and trying to wrap up the entire census by end of August!!


Waste of summer if the job is for less than a month