Job Description

Competition # : 44860Department: Labour, Skills and ImmigrationLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: TermUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 17-Jan-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsWorkplace Initiatives is dedicated to building a productive, innovative and competitive Nova Scotian workforce by partnering with employers and industry to ensure they have the skills needed as a province, to have a thriving economy. To achieve this goal, Workplace Initiatives partners with organizations, business and industry to ensure Nova Scotia employers have the Human Resources and skilled workforce that they need to succeed.About Our OpportunityAs the Program Administration Officer 1-2, you will be responsible for the administration of the provincial Workplace Initiatives programs on behalf of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI). You will be responsible for managing organizational funding agreements throughout the entire agreement life cycle, from receipt of application to close out of the agreement. You will also provide support to communities, employers and individuals in their efforts to understand how LSI programming can best fit with their labour market needs.You will work with community groups, employers and individuals to develop proposals that respond to their labour market needs as well as help community groups, employers and individuals understand program terms and conditions, so they can appropriately make application for funding. You will make recommendations that will result in a decision to either approve or deny the funding of an application.As the Program Administration Officer 1-2 you will report to the Manager, Sector Initiatives.Qualifications and ExperienceThis may be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor's degree in a related field, with a minimum of 1 year of related experience; an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.You have previous experience or education in finance and accounting related to business and/or government operations; experience in negotiation; and knowledge and understanding of the challenges job seekers and employers face as a result of current labour market conditions.You are comfortable working independently as well as within a team environment, working within a broad community network and/or partnerships. You have previous experience working in a fast-paced environment with an ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities. You have a strong attention to detail, with an ability to think clearly, possessing above average interpersonal skills. You are decisive with sound judgement and problem-solving skills.While not required, it is considered an asset if you have experience delivering programs to employers, industry and/or communities; experience working with community stakeholders; experience with on-line databases such as LaMPSS (Labour Market Program Support Systems) or Advanced Excel; presentation skills; the ability to communicate effectively in French, both orally and in writing.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.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.May be required to work overtime on occasion.Additional InformationThis is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of June 11, 2026. The appointment status ('term', 'temporary' or 'casual') is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.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 06 - PR 10Salary Range: $1,924.95 - $2,760.42 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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