Job Description

Competition # : 42711Department: JusticeLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: TermUnion Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPGClosing Date: 11-Jun-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Court Services Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice is dedicated to excellent service and the provision of fair and accessible administration of justice.The Division provides technical and administrative support to the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia (General and Family Divisions), Provincial Court, Small Claims Court, Probate Court, and Bankruptcy Court.For more information on the Department of Justice Court Services please visit our website:About Our OpportunityThe Manager Digital Transformation is accountable for the management of the Court Services\' digital transformation plan, and is responsible for leading, promoting and supporting effective policy analysis, evaluation, and implementation of the digital transformation plan.The Manager is responsible for coordinating and progressing the administration of the courts to become increasingly "digital\' by applying the culture, processes, business models and technologies of the internet era.The Manager will work collaboratively in modernizing how we design and deliver court services to Nova Scotians, and the systems and infrastructure that underpin those services.The RoleThe Manager will work collaboratively with Court Services Management team, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions Division managers and staff (i.e., Director Digital Justice Strategy and Products, Manager of Business Solutions), External third-party service providers and others.Specific roles include:

• Coordinating initiatives that use agile, data-driven, and digital solutions to integrate digital technology into the administration of court services.
• Coordinating implementation, on a prioritized basis, of the Court Service\'s digital transformation plan.
• Staying informed of cross-jurisdictional and private sector digital transformation initiatives and identifies opportunities to improve court operations through technology advancements and recommends digital service solutions to Senior Departmental Management.
• Coordinating and collaborating with developers, designers, marketers, and other staff members to develop new and innovative digital solutions for the administration of the courts; and
• Assisting in the development the strategic plan for the life cycling of Justice Application Systems which support court operations.

About YouThe successful candidate will posses a bachelor\'s degree in a related field plus several years of progressive management experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Candidate assets include an excellent understanding of:

• project and change management;
• technical integrated, client centric program/service model development and delivery; and
• knowledge of the court system.

Oral and written skills in English and French, would be considered assets.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased 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 ConditionsNormal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day (typically the hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, this may vary depending on operational needs).Additional InformationThis is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of June 1, 2026.Some travel and overtime 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: EC 10Salary Range: $3,047.22 - $3,809.04 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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.Current government employees may access this posting through the link below: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.

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