Program Advisor Department of Education and Early Childhood Development in Fredericton, NB • Remote 2 days ago

Program Advisor
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Permanent
Fredericton / Remote within New Brunswick

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

Our mission is to have each child develop the attributes need to be a lifelong learner, to achieve personal fulfilment and to contribute to a productive, just and democratic society.

What you will do

The Early Childhood Development Program Advisor reports to the Director of Early Learning and Development (Anglophone) with the responsibility for early childhood programs, particularly the Early Intervention Program.

The Early Childhood Development Program Advisor has lead responsibility and is accountable to remain knowledgeable and current with early childhood research and practices to inform revisions and modifications to service delivery.

Main responsibilities include:

• Plan, develop, improve and manage the quality of the Early Intervention Program.
• Develop/revise program guidelines, policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
• Coordinate legal interpretations regarding specific program standards, regulations and relevant sections of various pieces of departmental legislation.
• Support and collaborate with the Early Childhood Services Regional Directors within the Anglophone School districts relative to early intervention service provision and transition to school.
• Monitor, assess and analyze the regional data specific to the clinical monitoring of early intervention programs.
• Represent the Department on program-related, departmental, interdepartmental, federal, provincial committees and working groups i.e. Integrated Service Delivery, Healthy Families Healthy Babies.
• Identify information system requirements to support the data collection and analysis to support delivery of programs.
• Coordinate meetings, training and other activities related to continuous quality improvement in service delivery of the early intervention programs.
• Effectively manage program within the set budget parameters.

Work environment

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton
• Opportunity for remote style work within New Brunswick
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

You are highly motivated. You are adaptable and able to lead in a changing environment. You are resourceful and are interested in innovation and exploring new ways of getting things done. You enjoy research and implementing projects. You treat people in a polite and professional manner being courteous and always showing kindness.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have

• A university degree in Education, Social Work or a related discipline as well as six (6) years of related experience.
• Knowledge of research and evidence-based practices that are family centred and support early childhood development.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability on your application.
• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of project management principles and techniques.

Behavioral Competencies The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking /Judgment;
• Relationship/Network Building;
• Effective Interactive Communication;
• Results Orientation;
• Teamwork and Cooperation;
• Initiative.

Technical Competencies:The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Ability to use office technology, applications and software;
• Planning and Organizing Skills;
• Written communication;
• Subject Matter expertise;

Operational requirements:

• Some travel within the province.

Wage

$2,564 - $3,411 Bi-weekly (Pay Band 6)

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply:

We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at HR.Competitions@gnb.ca by August 30, 2021 indicating competition number21-2000-016. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resource Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: (506) 444-4909

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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