Registry Support Geologist (Geologist 1-2)

About Us

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

The Geoscience and Mines Branch of the Department of Natural Resources manages mineral resources to achieve optimum economic, social, and environmental value for Nova Scotia. Within the Branch, the Mineral Management Division includes, amongst others, a team which manages the Registry of Mineral and Petroleum Titles (the Registry).

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For more information visit: https://novascotia.ca/natr/meb/

About Our Opportunity

As the Registry Support Geologist, you will report to the Manager, Registry of Mineral and Petroleum Titles and provide expertise in mineral rights management and regulation in the Province of Nova Scotia. In this role, you will participate in the administration of the Mineral Resources Act and Regulations. You will build and maintain relationships within the Geoscience and Mines Branch, the Department of Natural Resources, other government departments and jurisdictions, and with stake and rights holders. 

Primary Accountabilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst other tasks:

Registry Support Geologist

· Responding to inquiries (verbally and in writing) from stakeholders with guidance and expertise on Mineral Resources (and other) legislation, and directing inquiries to other Government staff where appropriate

· Supporting stakeholders in the use of the Mineral Rights Online Registry System (NovaROC)

· Reviewing and making recommendations on applications for mineral rights for compliance with legislation

· Representing the branch/division/section on various working groups and committees

· Providing preliminary review of technical assessment reports and prospector statements

· Processing and recording payments and refunds

· Preparing reports which describe current statistics and analysis of mineral rights in Nova Scotia

· Developing and updating procedures/processes and other documentation related to the work of the Registry

· Occasionally supporting Exploration Monitoring Geologist in field inspections

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate you have:

· A bachelor’s degree in earth or geosciences and a minimum of three summers of related experience.

· Strong communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, time management and judgment skills are essential.

· Experience in a direct customer/client facing role.

· A valid drivers license.

· Some knowledge of the Province’s Mineral Resources Act and Regulations.

· Competencies in several computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, ARCGIS)

We will assess the above qualifications 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.

Working Conditions

· Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day

· May be required to work overtime on occasion

· Expected to be eligible for flexible work arrangements (work from home or other location up to two days per week) following training/onboarding period

Additional Information

This is a full-time permanent position. 

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