Job Description

Competition # : 44697Department: Municipal Affairs and HousingLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: xe2x80x8b13-Dec-24 xe2x80x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe is dedicated to working with municipalities to build healthy, vibrant, and safe communities throughout Nova Scotia. The Department provides programs, grants, and funding opportunities for municipalities and community groups. The Department also provides services and guidance to municipalities in many areas including land use planning, budget planning and finance, infrastructure development, policy and program development.The Department is also responsible for ensuring the availability of safe, suitable, and affordable housing for all Nova Scotians. Our work involves making strategic investments, leveraging new funding, and building on critical partnerships to help further position ourselves to meet current and future housing challenges.About Our OpportunityAs the Policy & Planning Analyst, you will join a team of professionals focused on providing affordable housing solutions through the delivery of programs that support new development and partnerships. You might be the right candidate if your background, experience and interests align with any of the following areas of work: municipal government, housing policy & planning, land development and new construction, the community housing sector, real property transactions, and mortgage lending and banking. This role is ideally suited to an individual who is passionate about making a difference in the housing sector.We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional who has a strong understanding of various aspects of municipal government, stakeholder relations, land development, housing policy, real estate industry and can quickly adapt to evolving work demands. Join our team and use your experience to impact affordable housing options!Primary AccountabilitiesYour experience will be instrumental in driving the success of our affordable housing programs and initiatives. In this role you can expect to:

• Provide independent, specialized professional advice for the administration and management of government housing programs delivered by the Department.
• Conduct research, collect data, analyze information and produce reports related to supporting housing partnerships, developments, and impactful policy.
• Identify needs and respond to questions and concerns from key stakeholders and program users.
• Plan, develop, evaluate, promote, and monitor new initiatives. Promote and develop initiatives and programs using current and emerging technology.
• Analyse and provide program recommendations through reports and advice to management and develop program plans, update program(s) and provide program evaluation.
• Provide contract management, communications, and implementation of initiatives and programs.
• Support senior colleagues in the development of internal and external communications.
• Coordinate and prepare clear, accurate and timely briefing materials, presentations and correspondence that will include written and graphic material.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and team.
• Engage in regular communication with departmental staff to gather and coordinate information.
• Review and comment on financial models and statistical analysis to support the departmentxe2x80x99s real property objectives.
• Review legislation, regulations, consultant reports, public interest reports, academic research and various other documents.

Qualifications and ExperienceYou will have a bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Real Estate, Finance, Land Development Planning, Community Development, Geography, or the Social Sciences.) and at least five (5) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.You must:

• Demonstrate a high attention to detail; ensuring accuracy in research, analysis, and reporting;
• Have organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance priorities;
• Possess analytical capabilities to interpret data, trends, and patterns effectively for informed decision-making;
• Have well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and concisely;
• Be familiar with various software applications, particularly Microsoft Office products;
• Be comfortable with firm time constraints, handling pressure effectively when meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects concurrently;
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently using sound judgement and considerable initiative;
• Balance priorities effectively and foster positive collaboration within the team and across departments.
• Have a valid Nova Scotia Driverxe2x80x99s license.

Though not required, some desirable assets include:

• General knowledge of mortgage lending, the ability to read construction documents, and familiarity with real estate development processes and/ or property management.
• Experience working with provincial land registration systems.
• Membership in a related professional association, either designated or working towards a recognized designation.
• Familiarity with property law, zoning regulations, land-use planning, or municipal government.
• Competency in the use of software packages, including Microsoft Office, and ArcGISPro.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools written submissions, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s) and reference checks.EquivalencyWe recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:

• A related masterxe2x80x99s degree and three (3) years of related experience
• A related 2-year diploma and seven (7) years of related experience
• Nine (9) years of total related experience

Applicants 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 ConditionsMost of your work is in a comfortable office environment. There is a need for you to balance competing priorities, attend multiple meetings, and meet strict deadlines. Provincial travel may be required.Additional InformationA valid Nova Scotia driverxe2x80x99s license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel to various project sites are 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 13Salary Range: $2,556.10 - $3,107.16 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.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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