it specialist Dartmouth
Job description
Department: Municipal Affairs and Housing
Location: DARTMOUTH
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 6/20/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office (NSEMO), a division of the Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing, aims to enhance the safety and security of Nova Scotians, their property, and the environment by providing for a prompt and coordinated response to an emergency. NSEMO serves as the provincial office which oversees both emergency management and the provincial 911 system.
Nova Scotia’s 911 system operates on a province-wide basis and is a collaborative model comprised of many different partner agencies. Coordination and alignment of processes with our partners is a key factor in the stable and effective 911 system currently available to those in need of assistance.
About Our Opportunity
The Senior IT Specialist provides program oversight of the province-wide 911 IT system: having a great impact province-wide. You will oversee and support 911 IT system maintenance; ensure a smooth transition to Next Generation 911 (NG911), ensuring all IT and security requirements are met.
Primary Accountabilities
A few key responsibilities of yours will include:
- Managing, monitor and report on provincial 911 IT systems
- Identifying, designing, and evaluating enhancements to 911 services
- Ensuring efficient project management and budgets under tight timelines
- Monitoring and reporting of 911 IT systems
- Consulting with various levels of government and industry contacts in the development of and transition to Next Generation 911 (NG911), ensuring all IT and security requirements are met.
- Fostering relationships with clients, contract service providers, and your team
Qualifications and Experience
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science or Cyber Security with six (6) years of related experience in IT projects.
- familiar with telecommunications, 911 software, and infrastructure
- knowledgeable in software architecture diagrams utilized for telecommunication systems
- a knack for troubleshooting and resolving complex issues
- demonstrate excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills
- the ability to lead complex projects to achieve objectives, and build rapport with senior leaders across all levels
- inspire creativity and motivate people and teams.
- Certificate in Project Management
- experience and/or knowledge of Enhanced 911 and Next Generation 911 (NG911) call-handling solutions.
- understanding of telecommunication infrastructure and interaction with the 911 system
- Microsoft Visio Software
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.
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:
- A related master’s degree and four (4) years related experience
- A related 2-year diploma and eight (8) years related experience
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application
Salary Information
PR 17 -
$3,091.70 - $3,631.17
Benefits
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 offerings and eligibility criteria.
Working Conditions
This role is in a fast-paced decision-making environment. Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. This role does entail a high volume of work which may require longer than normal working hours and overtime. You may be required to travel to worksite locations.
In an emergency/disaster situation, you are obligated to work and will be called upon to return to work with little or no notice. These situations usually include stressful conditions (physical, emotional, and mental pressure) in the Provincial Coordination Centre (PCC) for unknown periods of time. During emergencies, you will be required to be available to report to work 24/7/365.
Additional Information
This position requires a Federal Security clearance to the level of "Secret" and is required to take appropriate training related to supporting an Emergency Operations Centre during times of emergencies.
You must have a valid Canadian drivers license.
What We Offer
- Free on-site parking at our Dartmouth office
- Countless career paths and career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your journey.
- An engaging workplace where our employees are valued, respected, and connected
- Forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Department-specific flexible working schedules
Pay Grade: PR 17
Salary Range: $3,091.70 - $3,631.17 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].
About Province of Nova Scotia
CEO: Stephen McNeil
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.novascotia.ca
Year Founded: 1749
