Deputy Registrar of Motor Vehicles

Nova Scotia; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Registrar of Motor Vehicles to oversee critical operational areas related to drivers and vehicles. This role involves managing the administration of the Motor Vehicle Act, conducting hearings, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong analytical skills, and exceptional communication abilities. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to improving road safety and making a significant impact in the community. This position offers career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation

Employee Assistance Programs

Career Development Resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with several years of related experience required.
• Experience in critical analysis and operational efficiency solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration of Motor Vehicle Act and related regulations.
• Conduct hearings and manage driver record assessments.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date:22-May-25 ( Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job. We’re recruiting road safety professionals to help our Province achieve big things.

The Registry of Motor Vehicles Division at the Department of Public Works (PW) is responsible for the administration of drivers and vehicles in the province. We are responsible for the policies, legislation, and regulations that guide Road Safety and operate in a proactive regulatory environment. We maintain records regarding vehicles, driver licensing, medical fitness, driver competency, collisions, and compliance, all working together to ensure a safe road network.

About Our Opportunity

The Deputy Registrar of Motor Vehicles is responsible to oversee and manage key operational areas within the Registry related to all aspects involving drivers and vehicles.

Primary Accountabilities

The Deputy Registrar responsibilities involve administration of the Motor Vehicle Act, Off Highway Vehicles Act and all corresponding regulations. In this capacity, the Deputy Registrar grants, suspends, or cancels driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations, and business licences in accordance with the Act. Program area oversight includes driver record assessment, violations, and collisions. The Deputy Registrar conducts hearings as required by the Act and works with the Registrar and other Deputy Registrars in establishing policies and procedures. The Deputy Registrar is recognized as the Departmental expert on driver records and compliance and represents the Department on national and international committees in this regard.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity if you have a bachelor’s degree along with several years of related experience; an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

You have previous experience conducting critical analysis of existing business processes, providing creative solutions to realize operational efficiencies and to reduce costs and errors. You have demonstrated experience assigning, monitoring and examining the work of staff, managing time and identifying staff training and professional development needs.

You possess exceptional communication (Written and Verbal) and relationship building skills, andare able to build and maintain communication and collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. A thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and supporting regulations and policies is needed. The ability to work independently and work well under pressure is important given the significant and important nature of the workload. Analytical and problem solving skills are necessary when resolving issues and leading the implementation of program changes.

Leadership competencies required at this level of work are:Analytical Thinking,Action Management, Team Leadership, Initiative, EffectiveInteractive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.

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.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees .

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

Pay Grade: EC 12

Salary Range: $3,760.89- $4,701.11Bi-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 Womenin 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.

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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 concernsmay be directed [e-mail].