Job Description

Competition # : 40341

Department: Natural Resources & Renewables

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b22-Sep-23 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation, and protection of energy, forests, minerals, parks, and wildlife resources. The optimum economic, social, and environmental value derived from our Province\xe2\x80\x99s natural resources is the guiding principle behind our work.

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About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the senior management team in the Clean Energy Branch, the Program Administration Officer supports the provincial government\xe2\x80\x99s efforts to develop clean energy resources, reduce Nova Scotia\xe2\x80\x99s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, create jobs and transition to a low carbon economy.

Primary Accountabilities

• You will work collaboratively with senior staff on policy analysis, and the development and implementation of new programming. You will be involved with funding initiatives for programs related to the Clean Energy Branch\xe2\x80\x99s low-carbon initiatives in the electricity sector, working to design the programs that will help Nova Scotia transition to a lower carbon future.

• Work in electricity policy includes areas like renewable energy, such as wind and solar, energy storage technologies and innovative business models for new technologies. The department supports an inclusive energy transition and particular attention will be given to inclusion and innovation.

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a related field (such as Environmental Science, Economics, Business etc.) and 5 years of related experience. Related experience can include working in energy efficiency, greenhouse gas quantification and mitigation, renewable energy development or similar fields. An equivalent combination of training and experience may also be considered.

As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate knowledge of national and provincial energy policy context and the Province\xe2\x80\x99s electricity, efficiency, and climate change mitigation strategies and funding programs. You will have strong skills in program design and evaluation, stakeholder relations, public engagement and consultation.

In addition to the above you will:

• Have excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, presentation and consultation skills;
• Be able to work independently and perform research and analysis and connecting with external stakeholders; and
• Work well under pressure and in complex situations where diverse groups may have different positions.

Course work or experience in policy analysis is considered an asset. An interest in climate policy, particularly in the electricity sector, is essential.

The above qualifications will be assessed 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; equivalencies include:

• A Master of Resource and environmental management degree, or similar, plus 3 years of related experience.

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.

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: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 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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