Administrative Lead
Government of Nova Scotia
Date: 1 day ago
City: Halifax, NS
Contract type: Full time
Competition # : 45692
Department: Education & Early Childhood Development
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 15-Apr-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.
For more information on the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development please visit our website Here
About Our Opportunity
In this role, you will be working in a dynamic environment to help ensure equitable and accessible services are available to children, youth and their families across our province. The successful candidate will report to the Director of SchoolsPlus- Integrated Services Division of the Student Equity and Support Services Branch.
As a Clerk 3, you will provide a broad range of administrative support and provide the first point of contact for the public and clients of SchoolsPlus/Integrated Services. You will be responsible for coordinating multiple projects, organizing information and providing regular communication to support the scope of integrated work happening within the Branch in collaboration with multiple government departments and entities, Regional Centers for Education/Conseil scolaire acadien provincial, and community-based organizations.
Primary Accountabilities
As the successful Clerk 3, you will have four years' related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You also possess:
Included But Not Limited To
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 Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 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: Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Salary Range: $1,684.00 - $1,884.17 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 [email protected].
Department: Education & Early Childhood Development
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 15-Apr-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.
For more information on the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development please visit our website Here
About Our Opportunity
In this role, you will be working in a dynamic environment to help ensure equitable and accessible services are available to children, youth and their families across our province. The successful candidate will report to the Director of SchoolsPlus- Integrated Services Division of the Student Equity and Support Services Branch.
As a Clerk 3, you will provide a broad range of administrative support and provide the first point of contact for the public and clients of SchoolsPlus/Integrated Services. You will be responsible for coordinating multiple projects, organizing information and providing regular communication to support the scope of integrated work happening within the Branch in collaboration with multiple government departments and entities, Regional Centers for Education/Conseil scolaire acadien provincial, and community-based organizations.
Primary Accountabilities
- Maintain accurate records and coordinate tasks and scheduling for complex projects
- Prepare reports from statistical and financial sources
- Conduct analysis of data and information and communicate with both internal and external partners
- Coordinate and attend a range of events to support professional learning and integrated practice
- Provide a broad range of administrative support services.
As the successful Clerk 3, you will have four years' related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You also possess:
- You are proficient using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and web-based platforms), have strong interpersonal, communication (written and verbal).
- You have excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and learning new skills to compliment your existing competencies.
- You are flexible and open to innovative approaches to supporting partners.
- You work well independently, and in team environments,
- You can build productive relationships with non-governmental and governmental members (both internally and externally).
- When dealing with clients, you exercise tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment.
- An ability to prioritize complex and competing requests, ensuring critical deadlines are met
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Experience maintaining websites and communication materials
- An approach to working that places inherent value on children, youth and families
- A desire to thrive in a diverse workplace with a focus on equity
- Knowledge of the Education and Early Child Development Sector
- Bilingualism
- Knowledge of programs and services offered to children, youth and families across government departments and entities, community-based programs.
Included But Not Limited To
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- A two-year certificate/diploma in a related field plus two years of related experience
- A one-year certificate/diploma in a related field plus three years of related experience
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 Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 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: Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
- You may be exposed to emotional and sensitive issues
- There is a high demand for accuracy and attention to detail while working in a high volume and complex service area
- A pre-screening (excel, data entry, report writing) test may be required.
- Some travel and overtime may be required.
- This is a permanent employment opportunity based in Halifax.
- 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
Salary Range: $1,684.00 - $1,884.17 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 [email protected].
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