Job Description

Competition # : 40517

Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration

Location: SYDNEY

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b05-Oct-23 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Adult Education Division of Nova Scotia\'s Department of Labour and Advanced Education is dedicated to improving the education and employment prospects of Nova Scotia\'s adults by promoting, developing, and funding adult literacy, essential skills, and upgrading programs in the province.

The division administers the following programs: Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning, General Educational Development, Recognition of Prior Learning & Labour Mobility.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Manager, Curriculum Development, the Adult Education Coordinator (AEC) is responsible for the coordination and administration of Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) programs and services in the Cape Breton Region of Nova Scotia. The position is located in the Labour, Skills & Immigration office in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Travel within the region and outside the region, as required, is essential.

The AEC works with a teamwork approach in all activities within the Division and with other Divisions and Departments. The AEC will also administer, coordinate, and lead the Metro Regional Planning Team which consists of NSSAL service providers and other stakeholders.

As an integral member of the Division, the AEC will support the development of policies, provide analysis, strategic advice and make recommendations to management to ensure effective program delivery, office operations and service to the public.

Primary Accountabilities

• Administers, coordinates, and leads the Cape Breton Regional Planning Team meeting which consists of NSSAL service providers and other organizations and stakeholders who work with clients who may benefit from adult learning programs.
• Works as part of a team in all activities within the Adult Education Division and other Divisions within the Skills and Learning Branch.
• Supports the development of policies, provides analysis and strategic advice, and makes recommendations to management to ensure effective program delivery, office operations, and service to the public.
• Participates on, and/or leads, working groups and provides project management oversight.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor\'s Degree in a related field, plus 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

The AEC, Cape Breton Region, will have knowledge of adult education principles and demonstrated experience in adult education practices. The AEC will have experience in program/project development and management and experience in a leadership role with various stakeholders.

Demonstrated experience in human resource management and excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Effective interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and presentation skills, along with the ability to demonstrate good judgement, strategic thinking, and effective decision-making skills.

Exceptional leadership and organizational skills are necessary and the ability to adapt to change is essential.

Strong negotiation skills are required to resolve regional issues and to develop new partnerships and programs.

Proficiency with general office software is required, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.

The following skills and experience are considered assets:

• Highly developed skills in proposal assessment and making well considered recommendations for funding.
• Knowledge of regional learning needs and gaps in service.
• Strategic planning and ability to negotiate conflict.
• Experience in providing information, advisement and making referrals to the public.
• Knowledge about GED, the NS High School Diploma for Adults and NSSAL service providers.
• Previous experience delivering professional development, developing curriculum and/or coordinating projects.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of November 22, 2024. The appointment status (\'term\', \'temporary\' or \'casual\') is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: PR 13

Salary Range: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

Government of Nova Scotia