The Government of Nova Scotia
Location
Truro, NS | Canada
Job description
Competition # : 42107
Department: Natural Resources & Renewables
Location: TRURO
Type of Employment: Temporary
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
EOI Close Date: 03/07/2024
Closing Date: 3/14/2024 ( Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks, and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown lands. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.
Nova scotia has entered into a joint agreement with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) to develop and deliver the Federal-Provincial Two Billion Trees program. The project is in two parts. Phase 1 focuses on scoping and development of the 2BT program including identification of partnership-based projects. These now form the basis for Phase 2 – Implementation. Both Phase 1 and Phase 2 will be the focus of this position.
Under the supervision of the Manger, Forest Research and Planning and working closely with the 2BT program lead, the 2BT Coordinator assists the Program Specialist in the administration and delivery of an anticipated multi-year provincial tree planting program in support of the Federal 2-Billion Trees Initiative launched by NRCan in 2021.
Reporting to the Manager, Forest Research and Planning, your primary accountabilities will include:
This may be the right opportunity for you if you:
Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in forestry or related field, and a minimum one (1) year of experience in natural resource management or project management.
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be a problem solver, and demonstrated initiative, client-focus, and skills in planning and time management.
The successful candidate must have an aptitude for natural resource project management. This position also requires a strong working knowledge of computer software including email, word processing and spreadsheet applications, as well as creating documentation for system or process changes, including writing procedures and user guides.
Experience in forest management or ecosystem restoration are considered assets. Working knowledge of forestry practices, forest ecology, and ecological restoration principles are other assets to be considered. Aptitude with GIS and ESRI products is an asset.
You must possess a valid driver’s license.
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.
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies will be considered and must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
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. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.
This position is a combination of office work (based in Truro) and travel province-wide to forest environments to facilitate 2BT projects and to collaborate with project clients. Field work will include extensive working in forest environments and carrying small amounts of field equipment.
This is a temporary opportunity with an anticipated end date of November 30, 2024. However, the position status ( “temporary” or “casual”) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
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Pay Grade: PR 06 - PR 10
Salary Range: $1,915.37 - $2,746.69 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). 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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