Job Description

Competition # : 41103

Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration

Location: Multiple Locations

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b08-Dec-23 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI) works to provide fairness, safety, and prosperity for all Nova Scotians by helping them live, learn, and work to their highest potential. We have a staff of more than 500 employees working in offices throughout Nova Scotia. Together we are responsible for workplace safety, fire safety, pensions, immigration, apprenticeship, adult education, and many other facets of everyday life.

Workplace Initiatives is dedicated to building a productive, innovative and competitive Nova Scotia workforce by partnering with employers and industry to ensure they have the skilled workforce needed to foster a thriving economy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as One Journey and Special Projects Coordinator for the province of Nova Scotia.

About Our Opportunity

The is a partnership between Labour, Skills and Immigration, industry, and community. This program provides skill development and employment opportunities to unemployed or underemployed Nova Scotians where there is an identified industry labour shortage.

This position reports to the Manager of Sector Initiatives within the Workplace Initiatives Division.

Primary Accountabilities

Work directly with industry sectors and employers to coordinate the strategic investment and delivery of the One Journey Initiative and special projects. Relationship building will be a key component of this position. Liaise with appropriate stakeholders, including service providers, industry sector councils, Nova Scotia Works, academic institutions, professional bodies and associations to effectively promote programs and consistently communicate high level Departmental priorities as they fit with the objectives of the programs. Performs ongoing program development and continuous improvement for the One Journey Initiative, its guidelines and processes. Manage upward of $4M in agreements. This includes coordinating the development and use of assessment criteria to evaluate and recommend projects, monitoring and evaluating projects while adhering to program guidelines and federal funding requirements. Lead activities with key partners, including industry associations, employers, the provincial workforce, educational institutions, and others to ensure relevant and meaningful resources and supports are available to address current challenges, prepare for growth and strategically plan for future opportunities and demands. Use strong financial management skills to ensure appropriate allocation of funding and alignment with federal and provincial workforce priorities. Negotiate budgets and make complex decisions through gathering information, assessing risk and exercising sound judgement.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a Bachelors\xe2\x80\x99 degree plus five years related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

You have proven experience successfully working with external stakeholders, such as industry, regional development partners, sector councils, other key workforce and public sector partners. You have an ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and negotiate with partners and stakeholders, on matters such as budget, assessment, and evaluation of financial information.

You demonstrate solid agreement management, partnering and relationship building skills, and are proficient in planning and implementation. A strong focus on service excellence and highly effective interpersonal skills are imperative. You have strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders and partners. You understand government programs and policies, labour market information (LMI), and have the ability to align government offerings with the unique needs of industry. You are proficient with computer systems, database systems, internet-based applications, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Proficiency and experience with Labour Market Program Support System (LaMPSS) is considered an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications 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

Some travel throughout the province will be required.

Additional Information

This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements in Labour, Skills and Immigration offices across the province.

This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of January 8, 2025. The appointment status (\xe2\x80\x98term\xe2\x80\x99, \xe2\x80\x98temporary\xe2\x80\x99 or \xe2\x80\x98casual\xe2\x80\x99) 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 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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