Program Lead (Program Admin Officer 4, Designated) - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Department: Labour, Skills and ImmigrationLocation: FlexibleType of Employment: TermUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 1/11/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Designation StatusOur goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. Under the Government of Nova Scotia’s Employment Equity Policy, this position is designated candidates that identify as Indigenous and/or African Nova Scotians or Other Racially Visible Persons and/or Persons with Disabilities. Only applicants from the groups identified will be considered.African Nova Scotian- is any Nova Scotian who chooses to declare African ancestry, regardless of how long they have lived here and regardless of how much African ancestry they can declare.Indigenous Peoples - persons who identify themselves as First Nation (Status and non-Status), Métis, or InuitPersons with Disabilities - persons who, for the purposes of employment, identify themselves or believe that an employer is likely to consider that the workplace environment may create a barrier due to a long-term or recurring physical, mental, sensory, hearing, neurological psychiatric or learning disability.Racially Visible Persons - persons, other than Aboriginal people or African Nova Scotians, who are non-Caucasian in race or non-white in colour.About UsThe Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI) works as a trusted partner to grow the population, develop our current and future workforce, and foster inclusive, safe and fair workplaces. This includes welcoming people from across Canada and the world, helping people prepare for job opportunities and build the skills they need, promoting safe work environments and helping employers and employees know their rights and responsibilities. We work together to create a future where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency was created in 2014 to operate and steward a responsive and accessible trades training system for the province of Nova Scotia. We are committed to creating a system where all are welcome, supported in their learning, experience respect and inclusion throughout their journeys and achieve certification in their trade.The Agency is composed of an industry-led Apprenticeship Board, committees, including Trade Advisory Committees, Agency staff and the Chief Executive Officer. The staff are responsible for the daily operations of the Agency.About Our OpportunityThe Program Admin Officer (Program Lead) is responsible for providing advanced specialized program administrative or management work for one or more programs that has impacts province-wide. As the Program Lead responsibilities include the overall program administration and coordination of programs offered directly by the NSAA or indirectly through various organizations throughout the province.This position reports to the Manager, Special Initiatives.Primary Accountabilities

• Manages and delivers required outcomes for one or more programs, offered directly by a department or indirectly through various organizations throughout the province, while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Identifies and designs programs to assist with the evaluation and planning. Activities include program(s) development, business analysis, providing advice and policy recommendations, and may include the resource and capacity management of direct and indirect program resources.
• Develops, reviews and evaluates proposals requiring government support.
• Develops and/or delivers a plan for significant aspects of internal and external communications with guidance from senior colleagues. This includes ongoing monitoring and reporting of programs and providing processes and tools to provide the required information for inclusion on reports.
• Identifies shortcomings and suggests improvements to existing processes, systems and procedures, then delivers a plan for a small element of a change management program in collaboration with senior colleagues and the team.
• Delivers a prescribed budget for the program and conducts complex analyses on budget progress while working within established procedures. Allocates resources to appropriate places and develops strategies to ensure program management capacity meets the requirements.. Develops action plans to address budget and/or operational business plan deviations as they occur throughout the fiscal year.
• Delivers on the established outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with clients, contract service providers, and team while working within an established contract management plan

Qualifications and ExperienceYou have a bachelor’s degree in a related field with six years of related experience; an equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Related experience is defined as experience administering (exercising decision-making authority in working with internal and/or external clients to determine eligibility for) programs and/or services and/or policies. You have strong communication and interpersonal skills and a proven track record of leading effective teams. You value, equity and inclusion and lead with a lens that supports and values a healthy workplace and demonstrate leadership competencies.The ideal candidate also has lived experience and/or experience working with and understanding the needs of various communities and individuals in Nova Scotia (e.g., African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities, Youth, Older Worker, Indigenous, Francophone, Newcomers, and Immigrants) that are part of the labour market, and they understand the challenges they face in achieving full labour market integration.As the successful candidate, you will have demonstrated experience in:

• Supervising and leading a team of employees
• Reviewing and approving funding agreements (including financial transactions)
• Overseeing the management of agreements
• Analyzing, interpreting, and applying program policies and procedures
• Developing operational processes and procedures

You have knowledge of software applications such as: Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.), on-line databases, workload management systems, etc. to prepare spreadsheets, reports, and to review, retrieve and research information.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 checksEquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased 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 here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.Working Conditions

• This position has Flexible Work Arrangements within Labour, Skills, and Immigration offices across the province.
• Travel throughout the province will be required periodically.

Additional InformationThis is a term employment opportunity with anticipated end date of March 31, 2024. The appointment status (‘term’ or ‘temporary’) 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 17Salary Range: $3,001.65 - $3,525.41 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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.Quick Apply

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