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Full-time permanent FILU Case Coordinator with the Nova Scotia Department of Justice's Victim Services, administering programs for families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous people and Indigenous victims of crime. Responsibilities include liaising with justice, community, and government partners (including the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association), coordinating enhanced services, providing navigational and court-process support, delivering training, and making culturally appropriate referrals. The role is designated for Indigenous applicants and requires a bachelor's degree plus 5 years of related experience, with access to reliable transportation for province-wide travel.

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Judgment and DiscretionIntervention Strategy DevelopmentCourt Process Navigation +17 more

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Professional DevelopmentPaid Time Off (Vacation & Personal Days) +7 more
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Posted a day ago

Manager, Corporate Services with the Nova Scotia Cyber Security & Digital Solutions (CSDS) department in Halifax. Leads the department's records and information management, business continuity, and FOIPOP programs, plus facilities and other corporate services, and drives process modernization and digital improvement across the portfolio.

Top Skills Required

Problem-solvingFOIPOP AdministrationStakeholder Management +14 more

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Paid Time Off (Vacation & Personal Days)Mental Health Support +7 more
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Posted a day ago

Director of Finance role within the Nova Scotia Department of Opportunities and Social Development, leading a province-wide financial operation, advising senior leaders on budgeting, forecasting and risk, and leading and developing a geographically distributed finance team. Requires a designated CPA with progressively responsible leadership experience in complex organizations, and includes regular travel across Nova Scotia.

Top Skills Required

Government Financial PolicyDiplomacyJudgement +16 more

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Life InsuranceOther Benefits +7 more
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA (Hybrid)

Posted a day ago

The Electrician inspects, maintains, repairs, renovates, and installs electrical systems and related equipment in provincially owned and leased buildings. Responsibilities include supporting electrical distribution, lighting, automation, fire alarm, security, communication, and emergency power systems while ensuring work complies with applicable codes and departmental requirements.

Top Skills Required

National Fire Code ComplianceGovernment Procurement and TenderingFire Alarm Systems +22 more

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Paid Time Off (Vacation & Personal Days)Pension Db +6 more

The Clinical RAI Specialist supports client-centered best practice in home care and long-term care by advising stakeholders and supporting the use and development of electronic interRAI assessment applications. Responsibilities include administering and improving systems, ensuring accurate processes and data, developing and delivering training, answering support questions, and maintaining operational documentation.

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Time ManagementMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft Excel +22 more

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Paid Time Off (Vacation & Personal Days)Mental Health Support +6 more
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Posted a day ago

The Driver Licensing Clerk supports Nova Scotia's Driver Licensing Unit by handling client inquiries, processing and posting information to driver records, maintaining files, and preparing correspondence and records for review. The role requires accurate, timely work in a confidential regulatory environment, coordinating with internal teams and external information sources.

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Administrative SupportMultitaskingWriting +12 more

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Life InsuranceDisability Insurance +6 more

The Inspector II inspects, records, and monitors contractor work at highway construction and maintenance sites to ensure compliance with safety requirements, specifications, and Department policies. Responsibilities include maintaining project records, monitoring traffic control and safety, reviewing contract documents and quality testing, evaluating installations, and coordinating with contractors, supervisors, and the public.

Top Skills Required

Record KeepingSurveyingMicrosoft Office +18 more

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Other BenefitsHealth Insurance +6 more

The Project Engineer manages contract work across all phases of bridge and highway construction and rehabilitation, ensuring work meets departmental plans and specifications. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering and survey work, estimating quantities and costs, administering contracts, contributing to design, addressing safety and environmental requirements, supervising staff, and maintaining public relations. The role involves substantial outdoor work and travel in varied weather.

Top Skills Required

Budget ManagementHighway RehabilitationPre-Engineering +16 more

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Professional DevelopmentDental Insurance +6 more

Lead the Pharmacare Administration programs of Nova Scotia's Pharmaceutical Services Division, providing strategic direction for benefit adjudication, operations, policy and program change, the Prescription Monitoring Program, staff leadership, budget oversight, and senior-level advice to executives and government officials.

Top Skills Required

Health Benefits AdministrationProvider NegotiationsData-sharing Agreements +17 more

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Disability InsurancePaid Time Off (Vacation & Personal Days) +6 more
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

The Geologist 4 conducts and manages field-based geological research to evaluate mineral deposits and their economic potential in Nova Scotia, with emphasis on critical minerals. Responsibilities include collecting and interpreting geoscience data, mapping and examining deposits, developing models, publishing findings, managing projects and budgets, and supervising students and collaborators.

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Top Skills Required

Geographic Information SystemsGeochemistryGeological Mapping +17 more

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Life InsuranceMental Health Support +6 more

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