Job Description

Competition # : 45728
Department: Natural Resources
Location: STELLARTON
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 16-Apr-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Geoscience and Mines Branch of the Department of Natural Resources delivers leadership in the management and responsible development of the Provinces mineral resource assets along with scientific support of public health and safety through regional mapping and hazard mapping programs. Within the Branch, the Geological Survey Division includes a team of expert geoscientists who are responsible for delivering high quality, timely geoscience data, information, services, and support to a wide range of stakeholders, including all levels of government, industry, academia, and the public.
About Our Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager of Critical Minerals and Resources, the Core Library Client Services Coordinator will be directly responsible for supporting mineral resource industry clients at the Drill Core Library in Stellarton. They will provide efficient and knowledgeable service related to client visits.
Primary Accountabilities
Some of the primary accountabilities of this role will include:

• Providing effective client service to clients of the Core Library such as preparing for client visits to the Core Library and assisting clients with questions.

• Maintaining of an accurate inventory of materials and their location.

• Consulting mineral assessment reports and updating a digital drill core database.

• Carrying out facility maintenance projects at the Core Library, including snow removal, lawn care, and light building maintenance.

• Aligning work with the priorities set by the Core Library Geologist and supporting their projects as needed at the facility.

• Occasional contribution to other Geological Survey Division initiatives aimed at supporting the mineral resource sector such as geoscience research projects, field assistance, and/or outreach events.

Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, you must have completed a B.Sc. in Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Geosciences, or similar, along with a minimum of 3 summer terms (12 months) of experience in a geoscience-related field. An acceptable equivalent of training and experience in the mineral resource industry may be considered.
The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience and a strong understanding of working with drill core. This may include activities such as core logging, sampling and, and other mineral exploration experience.

• Demonstrate a professional attitude and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of client service, ensuring clear communication and responsiveness to client needs.

• Be able to work both independently and collaboratively, managing tasks efficiently while also contributing to a team-oriented work environment.

• Possess strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients with diverse backgrounds.

• Promote a safe and healthy workplace culture, adhering to safety protocols and contributing to a positive team dynamic.

• Be comfortable performing physical tasks, including some heavy lifting and assisting in physically demanding activities (e.g., lifting, stacking, etc.), as required.

• Hold a valid NS Class 5 Drivers License.

Familiarity with GIS applications and handling digital data is beneficial. Experience with a forklift is an asset, though training will be provided.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .
Working Conditions
This role is based in Stellarton. It will include work in an office, warehouse environment, and indoor core logging facility. Additional PPE is required for some parts of the facility and will be provided (e.g., steel-toed boots). Some limited fieldwork and travel in Nova Scotia may be required.
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 07 - PR 12
Salary Range: $2,004.96 - $2,982.67 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.