Crime Prevention Advisor (Term)

About Us

The Department of Justice is responsible for the administration of justice and for promoting access to justice and the safety and security of Nova Scotians through justice-related programs, services, and initiatives.

The Public Safety and Security Division provides service based on mutual respect, consultation, and collaboration with government, stakeholders, and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to continuous improvement and fairness in our efforts to reduce crime and its effects, while enhancing public confidence in the justice system.

Our division includes:

• Policing Strategies and Governance
• Crime Prevention and Indigenous Policing
• Safety and Security Investigations Unit
• Public Safety Audit Function
• Provincial Firearms Program
• Security Programs Office
• Service Dog Program

For more information on the Department of Justice Public Safety and Security Division please visit the following link: https://novascotia.ca/just/public_safety

About Our Opportunity

As a member of the Public Safety and Security Division, the Crime Prevention Advisor is responsible for providing advice and support to Nova Scotians who are experiencing cyberbullying or the sharing of intimate images without consent. The Crime Prevention Advisor is responsible to respond to complaints made under the Intimate Images and Cyber Protection Act and use dispute resolution techniques to facilitate mediation between parties involved in such behaviour with the objective of either reaching an informal resolution and cessation of the harassment, or providing navigational services to help victims seek recourse through the Court with the application of a Cyber Protection Order.

The Crime Prevention Advisor is also responsible to provide consultative and advisory services on matters relating to crime prevention initiatives, arrange and facilitate training to schools, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations. The Crime Prevention Advisor may also represent PSSD as a liaison on interdepartmental committees.

This position reports to the Manager of Crime Prevention.

Primary Accountabilities

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Provide trauma-informed responses to complaints of Cyberbullying and the non-consensual sharing of intimate images.
• Provide resources and assistance to the public related to navigating the Intimate Images and Cyber Protection Act processes and other available victim centered resources.
• Community engagement activities associated with enhancing awareness of the Intimate Images and Cyber Protection Act. This includes formal presentations and meetings with community organizations, schools, and police agencies.
• Provides advice and analysis related to emerging trends, technological advancements, legislative landscapes, or any other topic which impacts, or is likely to impact, public safety.
• Collating sensitive confidential information as directed by complainant from various websites, databases, etc. Verifying complaints by conducting analysis of the information and by researching on-line social media accounts to determine if the case falls within scope of the legislation.
• Maintaining detailed confidential records including handling confidential documents and other information from police agencies and/or legal counsel. Compiles and completes detailed confidential notes for unit records including handling confidential documents.
• Participating in restorative approaches to conflict resolution as mandated by the Intimate Images and Cyber Protection Act
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate, you have a bachelors’ degree in a relevant field (e.g. Criminology; Social Work; Psychology; Law/Justice Studies) and 5 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

You will require motivation and an ability to problem-solve while making decisions in consultation with your manager. Your sound judgement and application of common sense, with the proven ability to offer creative and innovative solutions to sensitive problems, is required. Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

To be successful in this role you have comprehensive knowledge of:

• Trauma‑informed approaches (principles, avoiding re‑traumatization, culturally safe practice) and how they apply in tech‑facilitated harms.
• Practical understanding of how major social media platforms work (privacy settings, reporting/takedown channels) and how to collate and verify online evidence.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential records, coordinating with police/legal counsel, and a demonstrated ability to maintain detailed case notes.
• Experience designing and delivering public education and training for schools, police, and community organizations on online safety, cyberbullying, and intimate image harms.

Assets for this role include:

• Hands‑on experience facilitating informal resolution and voluntary dispute resolution (negotiation, mediation, restorative circles) in sensitive matters, ideally including technology‑facilitated harms.
• Experience in facilitation of presentations and community engagement.
• Trauma-informed practice training.

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.

Benefits

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.

Additional Information

This is a Term employment opportunity, located in Halifax, NS. The anticipated end date is January 7, 2028.

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
• A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus