Job Description

Competition # : 46991
Department: Finance and Treasury Board
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 01-Oct-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province's financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services - including the preparation of the provincial budget - as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.
We are constantly looking for new and better ways to plan, manage, budget and invest.
About Our Opportunity
The Revenue Policy Officer is responsible for the administration and oversight of Nova Scotia's tax credit programs. This role involves daily interaction with tax credit applicants, maintenance and operation of large databases-often containing confidential taxpayer information-and the development, documentation, and maintenance of tax credit procedures and forecasting models. The Revenue Policy Officer also conducts background research and analysis on tax credit related issues and supports tax credit program reviews.
The Revenue Policy Officer produces analysis, reports, briefings, recommendations, and presentations to support senior management in decision-making.
This position reports to a Policy Strategist.
Qualifications and Experience
A university degree in a related discipline (e.g. Economics, Finance, Business Administration) or an acceptable equivalent of training and experience.
You have demonstrated computer skills for data organization, numerical analysis, and report generation. Strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication, and effective presentation abilities are required. The ideal applicant exercises sound judgement and can establish, assess and execute on priorities. The ideal applicant would also be a professional team player with a proven ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in high-pressure situations.
It is considered an asset if:

• You are familiar with issues related to Nova Scotia's economic environment, government budgets, accounting, and Nova Scotia's taxation system.
• You have a working knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• You have experience in assisting clients in navigating complex situations.

Leadership competencies required at this level of work are: Conceptual Thinking, Strategic Orientation, Outcome Focus, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, presentation, interview, reference checks, and security screening.
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 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 Conditions
Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
May be required to work overtime on occasion.
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
• A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus

Pay Grade: EC 09
Salary Range: $2,825.61 - $3,532.03 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.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
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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