Provincial Science Consultant (Education Officer 3)

Job title: Provincial Science Consultant (Education Officer 3)

Job description: Competition # : 36565

Department: Education & Early Childhood Development

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU – NSPG

Closing Date: ​9/16/2022​ (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province.

About Our Opportunity

The Provincial Science Consultant is responsible for providing sound and expert advice on all aspects of science curricula, inclusive of Etuaptmunk, and its development from primary to grade 12. The Provincial Science Consultant carries out the responsibility of developing, implementing, and evaluating science curricula programs and courses for the public school system to support the inclusive education policy and MTSS implementation. The provincial science consultant will work with key collaborative groups such as teacher work groups, universities, colleges, other departments and agencies, professional associations and organizations, and advocacy groups to assist in informing the development of science curricula for culturally and linguistically responsive and inclusive learning environments.

The Provincial Science Consultant reports directly to the Director of Curriculum Development.

Primary Accountabilities

• Administer various aspects of Public-School Programs, P- 12 redevelopment (i.e., science curricula for each grade level and development/procurement of learning resources, etc.) working in collaboration with French first-language and French second-language programs and curricula.
• The Provincial Science Consultant is required to implement Public School Programs, P-12 through developing, directing, and conducting professional learning and implementation sessions primarily with teams and partners.
• Perform administrative duties and required procedures e.g. research, correspondence, reports
• Provide consultative services, networking, and professional development

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you have a Bachelors’ Degree with a Major in Science or a related discipline, a Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent Teacher Certification plus 8 years of experience and a Master of Education degree.

You will also have extensive knowledge of Nova Scotia science curricula and its implementation in Nova Scotia, and the skill and ability in the use of technology to support science learning, including Moodle and GSuite. You must have strong decision-making skills and excellent presentation and communication skills (both verbal and written). You must have excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented with the ability to multitask. You must be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with groups and individuals with diverse or competing interests or perspectives. You will have highly developed research skills to be able to conduct in-depth literature scans and original research related to the design of modern science curricula.

Experience in an educational leadership role in regional and/or national science communities would be an asset. A background in environmental and outdoor education is also an asset for this position.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: 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 to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

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.
• Flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: PR 20

Salary Range: $3,387.99 – $3,989.08 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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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