Regional Compliance and Inspection Coordinator (Inspector (Specialist) 4)

About Us

Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change’s (ECC’s) https://www.novascotia.ca/nse/ role is to protect the environment and human health through regulatory excellence, conservation, partnership, and promotion. To achieve this, we strive to develop legislation, regulations and policies, and we process notifications, applications, and approvals for regulated activities based on sound scientific knowledge and expertise.

Our goal is to educate, inspect and enforce to ensure compliance with legislation and regulations. We also proactively respond to environmental, conservation, and human health risks and work to develop programs and deliver services to enhance protection in these areas.

As part of the Regional Integration of Compliance and Operations team (RICO), you will be a member of a collaborative group of experienced officers whose core mandate is to coordinate the effective delivery of our compliance and enforcement program.

About Our Opportunity

The Regional Compliance and Inspection Coordinator (CIC) is the primary source of compliance and enforcement expertise, training, coaching and procedural support for Environment and Public Health Officers. The CIC provides coordination and support for complex investigations and prosecutions, and occasionally may be asked to take on the role of lead investigator. The CICs report directly to the Provincial Manager of Compliance and Enforcement in the RICO unit, while maintaining a close working relationship with District Managers and Officers in the Inspection, Compliance and Enforcement division.

Primary Accountabilities

Qualifications and Experience

For this role you will have completion of a related trade or technical training in an area of specialty (such as environment, public health) plus 8 years related experience after the course completion; or an acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience.

As the successful candidate you will demonstrate leadership experience in the enforcement field, excellent organizational and time management skills. You must have strong knowledge and demonstrated experience of administrative processes related to enforcement/ investigative proceedings, development and enforcement of Acts, regulations, policies, and procedures (working knowledge of the Acts/Regs enforced by Officers at ECC is an asset).

You will also possess a thorough knowledge of, and have experience in, investigative techniques and legal processes including a strong background in the preparation and presentation of court documents, as well as experience in interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, standards, and policies.

This work requires a robust knowledge of the Procedure on Compliance Promotion and Enforcement and its use.

Experience in mentoring, coaching, and training of staff as it relates to enforcement activities is an asset.

Excellent interpersonal and proven communication skills (verbal and written) are a necessity.

Successful candidates will be expected to be proficient in computer skills, report writing and have experience in working with electronic tracking systems and databases. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated their ability to solve complex issues, make decisions, be motivated, versatile, work independently and manage difficult or confrontational situations. Must have the ability to multi-task with attention to detail and have the ability to work under tight deadlines.

An 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.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. 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.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day; offer flexible work arrangements.
• May be required to work overtime on occasion
• Must be eligible for appointment as a Special Constable under the Police Act and have a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.
• Travel is occasionally required within the province

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of July 5, 2024. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

Candidates can set their main office any of the three offices in the Western Region (Kentville, Yarmouth or Bridgewater).

What We Offer