Job Description

Competition # : 36957

Department: Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 10/31/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Who We Are

The , a division of Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services (SNS-IS) is a team within government, and we are putting people first. We are called a " " service for a reason - because we are helping government work the way that people expect things to work these days.

Our team is large, diverse, and passionate about making a difference in peoples' lives. We believe in user-centered iterative digital service design, and practice . Working at the NSDS means you will be a part of a team whose work makes a difference through designing, continuously improving and delivering the programs and services people need, alongside caring, compassionate, highly-skilled people.

At the NSDS, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate a supportive culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging!

The people who use government programs and services come from all walks of life. It is important that the NSDS reflects the people that we serve - so we can deliver better, and more accessible, and inclusive public services. We work hard to create an environment where different perspectives and experiences are valued. We are committed to helping diverse talent thrive.

Who You Are

You are passionate about people's experiences and want to make people's lives better. You're curious, and your humbleness helps you learn and grow. You love to collaborate across roles and organizations, and you can create a path forward from uncertainty. You are comfortable inspiring others with your communication skills whether they be senior leaders or technical teams.

You share our values of Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Accountability & The Public Good, have a passion for service excellence and actively promote and encourage the importance of people, teams, diversity, and culture.

As the Senior Project Manager (Computer Services Officer 4) with the New Product Development team, you will be:

• a subject matter expert in project management methodology;
• a champion for user needs working with program owners, provincial departments, and other levels of government and jurisdictions in the delivery of client centered products and services; and,
• part of a multi-disciplinary team working alongside product managers, service designers, and software developers.

Primary Accountabilities

As the Senior Project Manager (Computer Services Officer 4) with the New Product Development team, you are responsible for:

• leading and managing large, complex product and service delivery and/or solution implementation projects in partnership with product managers and program owners to meet user needs and outcomes;
• providing professional project management services supporting all phases of the project life cycle, and managing all aspects of project delivery including scope, cost, schedule, quality, risks, issues, resources, procurement, change management and contractual deliverables;
• successfully delivering client centered products and services on time and within agreed scope, budget, and quality;
• managing concurrent projects of varying size and scope, including associated outsourcing contracts.

Qualifications and Experience

As the Senior Project Manager, you will have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science plus five (5) years related experience; or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program plus five (5) years and six (6) months related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

You also must have proven experience in the following:

• Extensive project management experience in leading and managing large, complex product/service delivery and/or solution implementation projects;
• Knowledge and experience in project management methodology (e.g. PMBOK), digital service design and delivery and agile methodologies;
• Experience helping teams to manage outcomes, prioritize work and work to agreed minimum viable product (MVP) scope;
• Managing several projects concurrently involving multi-disciplinary teams of various sizes;
• Motivate and manage diverse teams of both internal and external business and technical specialists;
• Superior interpersonal and team building skills with the ability to interact effectively and develop strong relationships with staff at all levels;
• Facilitation, negotiation, and acting as a liaison with large client and stakeholder teams, including executive and senior management teams within and across client organizations;
• Problem solving, analytical thinking and decision making, and managing complex and competing needs;
• Organizing workloads, multitasking, and adaptable to ever changing priorities;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The following would be considered an asset:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation;
• Masters Certificate in Project Management;
• Agile Project Management certification;
• Scrum/SAFe certification.

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

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.

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 17

Salary Range: $3,001.65 - $3,525.41 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.