The language assessment is done separately. Candidates have the choice of taking these exams in the language of their choice. After that, if managers determine that they would like to fill a position that's bilingual, depending at what level, we become involved in assessing the candidates to see whether they meet the written, comprehension, and speaking requirements for it. We provide the ratings, and people either meet or don't meet the requirements.
There are positions that are staffed at all levels, including “English essential only” and “French essential only”. About half of the positions are bilingual.