Job Description

Competition # : 37113

Department: Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date: 11/16/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services (SNS-IS), we impact every citizen, business and municipality in Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to design and deliver programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and the public good through a culture of excellence. Our vision is to be a recognized leader in service and public protection that delivers trusted, accessible, modern programs, and contributes to Nova Scotia as a safe and desirable place to live, work and do business.

At Business and Consumer Services, we administer modern legislation that balances economic growth with the protection of the public interest. We strive to create a place where consumers make informed decisions in a trusted marketplace and our programs provide balance in protecting citizens and ease of compliance for businesses. We are the centre of excellence for research and policy for programs within SNS-IS.

About Our Opportunity

Do you have what it takes to develop practical approaches to complex problems? Unprecedented shifts in the global petroleum market and new carbon reduction policies are presenting opportunities and challenges for Nova Scotia's regulated petroleum marketplace. The Legislation and Policy team needs a Senior Policy Analyst who can lead and develop strategic policy initiatives that address petroleum and carbon reduction topics.

Reporting to the Director of Legislation and Policy, the Senior Policy analyst will perform strategic research and analysis in support of SNS-IS's mandate. The Senior Policy Analyst will develop subject matter expertise on all components of the petroleum file. The Senior Policy Analyst must be able to understand complex subject matter and turn it into audience-appropriate briefings, initiatives, and Executive Council submission documents.

The Senior Policy Analyst will co-ordinate and collaborate with other government divisions and departments, and stakeholders in Nova Scotia and across Atlantic Canada. The Senior Policy Analyst will develop recommendations that will help to shape the way forward on complex and politically sensitive issues affecting citizens and businesses.

Primary Accountabilities

Your responsibilities as a Senior Policy Analyst will include:

• Initiating, developing, and managing legislative, regulatory, and process initiatives that are strategically aligned with government priorities;
• Creating high-quality written documents, including briefing materials and Executive Council submissions;
• Providing subject matter expertise and leadership to accommodate all existing and new developments that impact petroleum regulation;
• Developing recommendations for policies, legislative and regulatory changes, consultations, and compliance;
• Providing key policy support and co-ordinating petroleum policy initiatives within SNS-IS divisions and with other government departments and agencies;
• Developing and leading consultations and engagements with diverse interest-holders;
• Guiding junior policy professionals

Qualifications and Experience

This might be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor's or graduate degree (e.g., law, economics, finance, public or business administration) along with several years of related experience.

As the successful candidate, you will have demonstrated abilities as a team player and collaborative leader. You have excellent relationship skills and experience successfully communicating at various levels within an organization (both verbal and written). You possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills. You have experience in project management, leading multi-disciplinary teams and conducting in-depth policy research and analysis. You must be able to conceptualize and articulate alternative solutions to problems, analyse policy alternatives and stakeholder input and arrive at one or more recommended solutions. You possess excellent organizational and planning skills. You exercise sound judgment, even under pressure. You are familiar with legislation, have significant experience in research and policy development, and are proficient in MS-Office applications, including the development of visual presentation tools.

Assets considered for the role include:

• Knowledge or experience related to petroleum, carbon reduction initiatives, and regulatory environments;
• A demonstrated progression of responsibilities in the policy field; and
• Awareness of organizational approval processes and provincial government structure.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.

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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.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

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. to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

May be required to work overtime. Occasional travel may be required. The position involves pressure to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

Please note, this is expected to be a Term status position with an end date of January 31, 2024; however, the position status 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: EC 11

Salary Range: $3,143.79 - $3,929.78 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.

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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.