Competition # : 37877
Department: Public Service Commission
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: Exclusion – Non Union – NSPG
Closing Date: 2/8/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
This opportunity is designated to applicants who identify as an Indigenous Person: Persons who identify themselves as status Indian, non-status Indian, Inuit, or Métis, with a preference given those from the Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Community or with significant connection to the Mi’kmaw Community.
We recognize the additional challenges and barriers faced by individuals who have lived intersectional experiences of marginalization. We welcome applicants, who feel safe and comfortable doing so, to share any additional areas of intersectional marginalization with us in your application.
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is a modern client-centric human resources organization within the Nova Scotia Public Service supporting government departments, agencies and employees as they deliver programs and services to Nova Scotians. We are committed to be the change for a more engaged and inclusive public service. Our work culture is one of collaboration, flexibility, partnership and continuous improvement.
The PSC has four key deliverables:
The Corporate Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) unit consists of a group of professionals who support the work of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the public service. We support departments in eliminating barriers to underrepresented groups, establishing and meeting employment equity targets at all levels, and in creating safe, inclusive and accessible workspaces. Our team functions as one with respect and acknowledgement for differences and how they make us stronger, together.
Are you a passionate champion for equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility? Do you enjoy strategy implementation and developing others? Do you thrive in building and fostering positive relationships and culturally responsive work environments? Do you enjoy working in a respectful environment dealing with complex issues and thoughts?
If you answered yes to these questions, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore with the Public Service Commission as a Consultant, with the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Unit.
As a natural leader you actively support change through effective communication and planning. As an EDI Consultant you will report to the Director of the unit and be part of a team that provides strategic leadership, training, advice, and support to the Nova Scotia Government on EDI activities and initiatives.
You will provide subject matter expertise, training, advice, and support on a wide range of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility issues, with a focus on all areas, and specifically related to that of Indigenous people.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
This could be the right job for you if you have the following skills and experience:
Leadership competencies required at this level of work are: Conceptual Thinking, Strategic Orientation, Outcome Focus, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written or situational pre-interview exercises, multi-media format presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
We respect, understand and validate diverse lived experiences. As such, please share with us in your application any experiences within the Indigenous communities including volunteer and community involvement that speaks to your abilities to fulfil the requirements of this position.
Applicants have the option to submit a multi-media presentation, in addition to their application, expressing their lived experiences and passion for working with Indigenous communities:
You may forward directly to Steve Crichton at Steven.Crichton@novascotia.ca
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 offerings and eligibility criteria.
This is a term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2023.
Should you have any questions regarding this competition please do not hesitate to contact Steve Crichton at Steven.Crichton@novascotia.ca
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.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
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.