Opportunities Senior Program Coordinator Data Quality (Product Lead)

Tyler Data & Insights; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Halifax is looking for a highly motivated individual for a permanent full-time position. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least six years of related experience. Responsibilities include creating business use cases, coordinating system testing, and preparing project reports. The role also involves enhancing service and managing program changes effectively. Competitive benefits are offered, including a pension plan and health insurance.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to streamline work processes.
• Experience in change management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create business use cases and requirement documents.
• Coordinate acceptance testing of system changes.
• Prepare project status reports for program owner.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, law, information technology or related discipline

Tools

Computer software programs

Job description

Competition # : 47041

Department : Service Nova Scotia

Location : HALIFAX

Type of Employment : Permanent

Union Status : NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date : 02-Oct-25 (Applications accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business and municipality in Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to design and deliver programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and the public good through a culture of excellence. Service Nova Scotia’s vision is to be a recognized leader in service and public protection that delivers trusted, accessible, modern programs and contributes to Nova Scotia as a safe and desirable place to live, work and do business.

Primary Accountabilities

• Work with deputy registrars to create business use cases and requirement documents.
• Contribute to the development of Privacy Impact and Threat / Risk Assessments.
• Act as the liaison between the program Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS) and internal / external service providers.
• Coordinate acceptance testing of system changes for program functionality and data.
• Prepare project status reports for the program owner.
• Work with CSDS managing and prioritizing program enhancements or changes that vary in nature and are often conducted under tight deadlines.
• Define program priorities for IT and IM improvements on-going operations.
• Clearly articulate program objectives and program requirements in detailed designs and oversee requirements for program application changes / improvements to CSDS.
• Act as the primary business liaison between the program and CSDS program support.
• Ensure program requirements are clearly documented.
• Work in conjunction with CSDS Architecture and the Deputy Registrars on data sharing, data privacy, data quality, data security and data standards to ensure the program perspective (land) and corporate perspective (architecture and Geonova) are applied to decisions and development.
• Contribute to data sharing discussions and projects to support land and property program requirements and program data integration within the department, including integration of GIS and attribute data and corporate data sharing initiatives at all levels of government.
• Provide support to the CSDS Program Manager in the area of specialized data knowledge to the CSDS Program Manager on the day-to-day running of the Land Programs Systems and IT Service Continuity.

Other Accountabilities

• Define program driven requirements for complex data mining and report requests.
• Work in conjunction with CSDS Application Support and Deputy Registrars on the investigation of data defects.
• Define the priority of requests for minor system enhancements and fixing of identified defects and data quality initiatives.
• Assist with external evaluations and / or audits of overall program performance.
• Work with CSDS to define data mining routines and track data quality for the purposes of program QA / QC.
• Oversee the data quality requirements for electronic interfaces with various programs and agreements with other agencies (e.g., Municipal Units PVSC etc).

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this position you hold a bachelor’s degree in business, law, information technology or a related discipline with a minimum of six years of related experience. An acceptable combination of education, training and directly related experience may also be considered.

You have demonstrated the ability to develop and implement new strategies for streamlining work processes and improving service. You are highly motivated and possess excellent organizational and analytical skills, can meet stringent deadlines, and be self-directed. You must have proven problem‑solving skills, function well under stress, and respond enthusiastically to new challenges, effectively leading change management initiatives. Furthermore you possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal skills, well‑developed leadership skills in a team environment, and are customer‑service oriented. Demonstrated ability in organizing/executing multiple responsibilities successfully is essential. A high degree of proficiency in computer software programs is also a requirement.

Formal training and/or practical experience in project management and progressive management experience are considered assets.

Assessment will use written examinations, standardized tests, 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 a range of benefits, including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General Illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Additional Information

This is a permanent full‑time position based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

• Career development with access to career guidance tools, resources and ongoing training at every stage of your career.
• An engaging workplace where employees feel valued, respected, connected and tuned in with forward‑thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless career paths.
• Department‑specific flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade

PR 17

Salary Range

$3,107.16 - $3,649.33 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 welcomes applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities and women in occupations 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.

Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us.

Key Skills

Project / Program Management, Program Management, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Organizational skills, Data Collection, Meeting Facilitation, Utilization Review, Administrative Experience, Program Development, Public Speaking, Supervising Experience, Social Work.

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1