Job Description

Competition # : 37105

Department: Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 11/16/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Geomatics is one of the fastest growing technology sectors, here in Nova Scotia, we are part of Canada's world-class geomatics community. We are a leading-edge team of experts providing mapping services for government departments and agencies. GeoNOVA provides leadership in the development of the province's Spatial Data Infrastructure including core datasets, policies, standards, and business applications. We are recognized as a centre of excellence in the geomatics community and are considered the premier mapping and geographic information source for Nova Scotia.

If you are someone who enjoys working with others to help advance and promote the use of Geomatics, look no further because GeoNOVA is waiting for you and your skills. Take your training and experience to the next level by working on our dedicated team of geomatics professionals where you can feel challenged every day in supporting initiatives that promote the use of geographic information in the province.

About Our Opportunity

Under the general direction of the Manager of Geomatics Partnerships and Policy, the Geomatics Analyst will play a supporting role in the development of policies, standards, program definition, processes, as well as partnership and stakeholder relationship. They will also lead and provide support on projects and initiative that advance the use of geomatics across government.

Primary Accountabilities

The Geomatics Analyst is responsible for the following:

• Coordinate and participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of geomatics processes, policies, and standards.
• Support the development and release of communications. Working collaboratively with management, stakeholders, and Communications Nova Scotia.
• Act as a liaison for clients and stakeholders; developing awareness of programs and services offered by GeoNOVA and identifying new opportunities or areas for improvement.
• Provides support to clients and stakeholders on geomatics related initiatives.
• Work as a key member of the team to plan and host two annual conferences for the geomatics community.
• Participate in and lead interdepartmental working groups and stakeholder engagement workshops.
• Contribute to tenders, proposal evaluations and awarding project contracts.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of geomatics and stay abreast of trends and developments through research, training courses, meetings, conferences, and seminars.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have one of the following education /professional experience levels: Bachelor's degree in a relevant Geomatics field plus five (5) years related experience or graduation from an approved technical school in the field of geomatics plus eight (8) years related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

• In depth knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including products, technology, and related principals.
• Possess strong presentation and communication skills (auditory, verbal and written). This is critical to articulate and relay complex problems and technical information to a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience with and a proven track record in effectively engaging and building partnerships with multi-disciplinary stakeholders.
• Experience with business analysis including analyzing and defining business problems and requirements.
• Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities within tight timeframes.
• You will be able to work cohesively in a team and independently.
• Lastly, the ability and desire to forge strong relationships of trust and collaboration across all levels of governments.

The following will be considered an asset:

• Knowledge of structure, processes, and key players in Government Geomatics teams.
• Experience with project management
• Experience with metadata (particularly ISO 191** suite of geospatial metadata standards)
• Experience with Microsoft 365 suite such as SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio, Planner, Power Automate, List, Outlook, Word and Excel.

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 will be considered. 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 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 offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
• May be required to work overtime on occasion.

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: $2,469.30 - $3,001.65 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.