Outreach Lead/Scientific Editor (Geologist 3)
Competition # : 46154
Department: Natural Resources
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 20-Jun-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Geoscience and Mines Branch of the Department of Energy and Mines studies, manages, and promotes mineral resources to achieve optimum economic, social, and environmental value from the sector. Within the Branch, the Geological Survey Division includes, amongst others, a team of geologists largely responsible for delivering mineral resource, environmental, and data management/dissemination geoscience programs, mineral-investment promotional activities, and providing geoscience advice to government, the public and mineral industry stakeholders.
About Our Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of the Geological Survey Division, Geoscience and Mines Branch, the Geoscience and Mining Outreach Lead will develop outreach initiatives, educational programs, and public engagement strategies to promote an understanding of the industry’s impact and opportunities. This role will work closely with industry stakeholders, educational institutions, and community groups to illustrate the importance of minerals and mining in our everyday lives and to foster a positive perception of geoscience and mining. The incumbent will also take on the role of scientific editor in a part-time capacity. To fulfill this part of the role the ideal candidate will have a strong background in geosciences, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.
Primary Accountabilities
The primary accountabilities of the successful candidate are to lead the Branch’s outreach and education programs to engage diverse audiences, including students, educators, professionals, and the public. You will create educational materials, presentations, and digital content, to communicate complex geoscience and mining topics in an accessible way. You will manage all website updates. You will build partnerships with schools, universities, industry organizations, and government agencies to expand outreach efforts. You will act as spokesperson for geoscience and mining, addressing misconceptions and promoting industry advancements. You will be responsible to conduct community engagement initiatives to enhance public trust and awareness of responsible mining practices. As the scientific editor you will review and edit scientific publications and geological reports for language clarity, structure and technical accuracy. You will ensure consistency in terminology, formatting, and adherence to publication guidelines.
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in the role you must have at a minimum a B.Sc. in geology, earth sciences or environmental geosciences plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a geoscience related field, or an M.Sc. with 4 years of related experience. You must also hold a valid driver's license. A designation, or to be eligible for professional designation with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Nova Scotia would be considered an asset.
As the Outreach Lead, you must demonstrate experience in outreach, public engagement, education, and communications, preferably within the geoscience and mining sector. You must have strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts for diverse audiences. Your strengths will include developing educational programs and public engagement strategies and your ability to build relationships with industry stakeholders, educators, and community groups. You will have a proficiency in digital content creation and public speaking and a passion for promoting science, technology, and responsible mining practices.
As the Scientific Editor, previous experience in scientific editing, publishing, or technical writing is preferred. You should have a strong command of the English language and scientific writing conventions. You should have familiarity with geological terminologies, research methodologies, and data presentation. Ideally you will have a background in peer review processes.
To be successful in this role, you must have the ability to exercise independent judgement of the highest quality as the incumbent designs and implements self-directed initiatives. You must have a proven ability to build positive and productive relationships across government and with a broad range of external stakeholders and partners. You must have a strong ability in contributing to diverse working groups across multiple sectors and be able to represent the branch professionally while building strong working relationships to support core programs. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. You will also have strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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.
Working Conditions
The position requires an individual with an ability to be self-directed and able to travel for events and outreach activities. Field work may require overnight travel and/or travel by helicopter.
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
Department specific flexible working schedules
Pay Grade: PR 15
Salary Range: $2,760.42 - $3,364.90 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 we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in 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.
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 at competitions@novascotia.ca.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. 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 concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
