Job Description

Competition # : 41258

Department: Environment and Climate Change

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 05-Jan-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Designation Status

This opportunity is designated to applicants that identify as an Indigenous Person, African/Black Nova Scotian and other Racialized Persons, Person with a Disability, Women in Occupations or Positions where they are Under-represented.

See the for more information, including additional details on the designated groups.

About Us

Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (ECC) has a mandate to protect the environment, and human health through regulatory excellence, conservation, partnership and promotion. To achieve this, we strive to develop legislation, regulations, standards, policies, and guidance for regulated activities based on sound scientific knowledge and expertise. As part of the Resource Management Unit of the Environmental Assessment Sustainability and Applied Science branch, you will be a member of a small, tight-knit collaborative, collegial and accomplished group of professionals. Working within a fast-paced environment where collaboration is key, this group plays an integral role in the success of the department\'s program and regulatory management.

About Our Opportunity

As Solid Waste Resource-Management Environmental Analyst, you will work closely with other members of the Resource Management Unit to support circular economy and waste management initiatives that our team is undertaking including expanding extended producer responsibility programs, reducing the use of single use plastics, and reducing solid waste disposal rates to no more than 300 kilograms per person per year by 2030.

Reporting to the Manager of Resource Management in the Sustainability and Applied Science Division, the Environmental Analyst will join a highly experienced and successful team, who along with their municipal counterparts, have positioned Nova Scotia as a world leader in solid waste management.

Primary Accountabilities

The Solid Waste-Resource Management Environmental Analyst will provide the department and external clients with resource capabilities in solid waste diversion and disposal required to help Nova Scotia reach its ambitious solid waste goals.

The Environmental Analyst will be involved in the development of regulation, legislation, policies and programs. The incumbent is responsible for development, coordination, delivery, education/ promotion, and evaluation of solid waste programing including but not limited to extended producer responsibility and product stewardship. As part of Nova Scotia\'s solid waste management team, the Analyst will help or lead in the creation/renewal of strategic plans.

The Solid Waste Program Environmental Analyst will conduct research and analysis that contributes to recommendations on the implementation and delivery of solid waste initiatives and or programing. The incumbent is expected to provide specialist advice in writing or by presentation to other departments, Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change leadership teams, other partners, and the public, in the area of solid waste and resource recovery. The Environmental Analyst will ensure successful outcomes of projects, policies, initiatives, and regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor\'s Degree in Environmental Sciences, or other relevant post-secondary concentration plus minimum 2 years related experience is required.

Knowledge and experience in research, planning, project management , critical thinking, analysis and report writing are required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and computer literacy is also required. This includes:

• A proven track record in policy development, research and synthesis of evidence in a policy context;
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and/or partnership building; and
• Experience in the ability to manage and prioritize concurrent tasks within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of competence in written and verbal communication are essential.
• A broad knowledge of environmental issues and municipal and non-governmental organizations in Nova Scotia.
• Strong knowledge of, and work experience in, extended producer responsibility programs and product stewardship initiatives.

In addition to the above requirements, the following experience will be considered an asset:

• Experience developing and implementing solid waste policies in the provincial or municipal government environment.
• Strong understanding of Nova Scotia\'s regulatory framework (including the Environment Act, the Solid Waste Management Regulations and the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act), the mandates and roles of the municipal level of government, and that of Divert NS.
• Experience in program development and evaluation;
• Experience with project management, developing legislation and regulations;
• Experience in completing cost-benefit analyses of government policy;
• Experience in the field of solid waste-resource management;
• Experience working with diverse and under-represented communities on environmental issues;
• Understanding of socio-economic factors that influence solid waste policy and programs;
• Understanding of how initiatives and policies impact people, communities, and businesses differently;
• The ability to apply theory and best practice to identify creative, practical, and defensible approaches to overcoming challenges; and
• The willingness and ability to share data, ideas and experiences with colleagues that may assist with policy planning or partnership building.

Excellent verbal and written communication and persuasion skills are required. As the successful candidate, you must be committed to promotion of diversity and anti-racism in workplace.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Equivalent experience and training include, but are not limited to:

• Masters in Environmental Sciences or related field, may be consider in place of the 2yrs experience

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.

Working Conditions

• 35 hours/week
• Hybrid Work Model - Ability to work remotely up to 3 days per week (under current policy)
• Occasional travel may be required
• May be requirement to work outside of normal hours to meet necessary deadlines

Additional Information

Candidates are encouraged to include a cover letter along with their resume when submitting application for this position. The cover letter provides an opportunity for the candidate to introduce themselves and provide additional information to support how the skills and experiences described in their resume will support their success in this position . There are several assessment questions that must be answered. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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 10 - PR 15

Salary Range: $2,251.48 - $3,348.16 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.

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