Job Description

Competition # : 40149

Department: Natural Resources & Renewables

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date: 15-Sep-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Geoscience and Mines Branch of the Department of Energy and Mines studies, interprets and reports on mineral resource and environmental geoscience issues, and promotes mineral development opportunities to achieve optimum economic, social, and environmental value from the sector. Within the Branch, the Geological Survey Division includes, amongst others, a team of geologists largely responsible for delivering mineral resource, environmental, and data management/dissemination geoscience programs, mineral-investment promotional activities, and providing geoscience advice to government, the public and mineral industry stakeholders.

About Our Opportunity

The Geoscience and Mines Branch is looking for a leader to join the team to help develop and supervise the geoscience research team of the Geological Survey Division. This position could be a new opportunity for you to grow as a leader and expand your geoscience knowledge. Projects conducted by your team are broad in both region and topics, spanning the entire province and including research and work on mineral deposits, surficial geology, geohazards, groundwater, coastal erosion and flooding, marketing, and more. This position gives you an opportunity to be involved in learning about the unique and fascinating geology that Nova Scotia has to offer and to lead a team in the public service in Nova Scotia.

Primary Accountabilities

Reporting to the Director of the Geological Survey Division, the Manager, Project Operations leads a research team and is accountable for the management of human and financial resources, project planning, and technical oversight of geoscience teams and projects. The team\'s goal is to collect and disseminate relevant, timely, and accessible geoscience information. The projects and deliverables of the team should fulfil the needs of government, the minerals industry, and all other users of geoscience information in Nova Scotia, aiding in the development of the province\'s geological resources and identifying risks from natural geological hazards. The Manager\'s job is to ensure that the team can successfully complete this goal. The Manager may also collaborate with geoscientists and researchers on geoscience studies in Nova Scotia.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor\'s degree in Geoscience or a related technical discipline, plus a minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience. Applicable alternative experience and/or education will be considered. Please outline your experience and education in your application and how you believe it will help you succeed in this position.

The successful candidate for this position has proven experience in planning and managing projects and managing a team. We are looking for someone that has been engaged in developing their own leadership style; a leader that wants to help others reach their potential, wants to achieve results, and is team focused. Strong communication skills are also important to succeed in this role.

In addition to being a skilled manager, the following would be considered assets:

• Knowledge of Nova Scotia\'s geology and/or geology of the northeast Appalachians, including mineral deposit environments in the region
• An understanding of the current trends in the mineral exploration industry and issues related to public geoscience
• Research experience
• Eligibility for registration with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Nova Scotia

Leadership competencies required at this level of work: Decisiveness, Developing Others, Effective Interactive Communication Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency, Partnering and Relationship Building, Self-Awareness and Personal Impact, and Team Leadership.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.

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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

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 offering and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

Most of the Manager\'s time is spent in an office and at a desk with frequent opportunities to move for formal and informal meetings with staff and colleagues. Visits to staff in a field environment may require highway driving, off-road travel, and walking over rough terrain with moderate exertion. Field visits will require wearing personal protective safety equipment such as goggles, hard hats, and appropriate footwear. Occasional out-of-province travel to meetings, conferences and mineral industry conferences 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, and connected. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• countless career paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: EC 12

Salary Range: $3,561.95 - $4,452.43 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.

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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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