New job Safety Policy Analyst (Environmental Analyst 1(A)-(B)-2) in Nova Scotia

About Us

At the Safety Branch of the Department of Labour and Advanced Education, we are responsible for delivering effective and efficient regulatory management for the protection of the public and workers’ safety through education, outreach, inspection and enforcement, equipment registration, permits, and licenses. Our staff of over 115 employees, located throughout Nova Scotia, do this by using the Pathways to Compliance to enhance compliance of provincially regulated employees, employers and contractors through setting, promoting, verifying and enforcing requirements under various pieces of legislation.

About Our Opportunity

As the Analyst, in the Policy team of the Strategic Planning and Accountability division, you will work on and support policy development, implementation, and evaluation/monitoring within the Safety Branch. You will use formal processes and tools to develop policy documents, reports and recommendations, as well as regulations/legislation. You will conduct policy research and work with colleagues to inform policy initiatives that support departmental projects and initiatives.

This position reports to the Manager of Policy in the Safety Branch.

Primary Accountabilities

The position is responsible for:

• Providing comprehensive policy support and advice in the administration of the regulatory framework for Safety, including legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, and appointments.
• Analytical policy research and analysis, applying proactive and innovative approaches to problem solving and development of recommendations to support decision making.
• Leading the design and implementation of department-wide and divisional initiatives that improve effectiveness, increase consistency and contribute to continuous improvement of regulatory programs. This may involve participation on committees or liaise with other departments.
• Providing policy support for project design, policy tool development, planning, management, tracking and reporting; stakeholder consultation; policy development; presentations, briefing and communications materials.
• Provide expert advice in the assessment and development of regulatory management tools for achieving safety goals and performance measurement systems.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a B. Sc. / B. A. in a related field and 2 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.

You have experience and understand the public policy development process and thrive in a dynamic fast-paced work environment.

As the ideal candidate you have a proven track record of innovation and demonstrate experience generating and implementing creative solutions based on solid business analysis and understanding that contributes to both business competitiveness and regulatory compliance.

You are highly motivated and possesses strong research, analytical, facilitation and organizational skills. You can build, establish, and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, clients, and a broad range of stakeholders both internally and externally. You demonstrate above average verbal and written communication skills and can navigate complex and often conflicting situations with the capabilities to perform under tight timelines and changing priorities.

Well-developed presentation skills are also required.

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

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

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 offering and eligibility criteria.

Additional Information

Please Note: This is a repost of competition 32353 and has been updated.

What We Offer

• 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.