Competition # : 46745
Department: Public Works
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 22-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job. We’re recruiting road safety professionals to help our Province achieve big things.
The Registry of Motor Vehicles Division at the Department of Public Works (PW) is responsible for the administration of drivers and vehicles in the province. We are responsible for the policies, legislation, and regulations that guide Road Safety and operate in a proactive regulatory environment. We maintain records regarding vehicles, driver licensing, medical fitness, driver competency, collisions and compliance, all working together to ensure a safe road network.
The Senior Program Coordinator has overall management responsibility and accountability for providing program support to the Registry of Motor Vehicles. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating the Registry's role in special initiatives and providing leadership and support to ensure program requirements are met and new programs and services are effectively implemented.
This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of both large and small initiatives to facilitate program improvement; to prepare policy and procedural documents; develop training programs; plan, lead and manage large scale, broad scope and complex cross jurisdictional initiatives; lead the implementation of security measures to meet national standards; conduct research; recommend, coordinate and support ongoing enhancements to the RMV IT application.
This position is also a leadership position within the assigned section and a member of the section management team.
The successful candidate must hold a University degree in business, law, information technology or a related discipline with a minimum of six years of related experience. An acceptable combination of education, training, and directly related experience may be considered. Formal training and/or practical experience in project management and progressive management experience are considered assets. High degree of proficiency in computer software programs is required.
Must have demonstrated ability to develop and implement new strategies for streamlining work processes and improved service delivery. Must have proven problem solving skills and be able to function well under stress and respond enthusiastically to new challenges, effectively leading change management initiatives. Demonstrated ability in organizing/executing multiple responsibilities successfully is essential.
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, possess excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to meet stringent deadlines and be self directed with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, excellent interpersonal skills, well developed leadership skills in a team environment, and be customer service orientated.
Previous Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) experience would be an asset.
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.
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies 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 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.
Pay Grade: PR 17
Salary Range: $3,107.16 - $3,649.33 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.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
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.