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Regional Director

                                                                                                           

 

Competition # : 47816 

Department: Natural Resources

Location: TRURO

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG 

Closing Date: 15-Feb-26  (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

 

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, 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.

About Our Opportunity

 
The Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to administer the delivery of the Department of Natural Resources programs and policies. 
 
The Regional Director is accountable for the effective delivery of DNR programs through oversight of more than 200 permanent and seasonal staff, a $10M+ budget, and a geographically dispersed operational footprint. The role enables and integrates core programs such as wildfire response, wildlife, Crown lands, infrastructure, surveys, OHS, and IRM reviews by working across all departmental divisions to ensure consistent, efficient, and safe service delivery. In addition to managing frontline operations, assets, and resources, the Regional Director advises the Executive Director and senior leadership on local and emerging issues, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational challenges, and continually reassesses business practices and policies to ensure they meet current and future client, safety, and service demands. 

Primary Accountabilities

 
Reporting to the Executive Director, Regional Services, the Regional Director is based out of Truro and is responsible for participating in the development and implementation of the department’s business and work plans through the effective management of human, financial and other assets.  
 
The Regional Director will foster a team approach and enlist the cooperation and support of Department staff, other provincial, municipal and federal government agencies, stakeholders and NGOs to deliver a complex and diverse range of programs. 

Qualifications and Experience

 
To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a university degree from a recognized school in a relevant field such as natural sciences, or have completed a technical program and in addition, you hold substantial progressive management experience in a related field. An equivalent level of direct experience in the administration and management of a sizable operational unit involved in resource management would be considered. 
 
This position requires a results-oriented individual with vision, a high level of initiative and motivation, strategic and innovating thinking, commitment to teamwork, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and implement creative solutions to operational problems.  Proven leadership abilities will be critical to effectively achieve results in a complex organization subject to change and new challenges influenced by a wide range of internal and external demands. The successful applicant must have effective management skills and abilities with emphasis on human resource and financial management, written and verbal communications, problem solving, conflict resolution, time management, as well as planning and evaluation and excellent organizational abilities.   
 
The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle as frequent travel throughout the province is required.
 
Leadership competencies required at this level of work are  Decisiveness, Strategic Orientation, Developing Others, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness and Personal Impact, Effective Interactive 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

 

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. 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

 

This position occasionally involves varied hours of work, to include evenings, and weekends to align with supervision of staff. 

Additional Information

 

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Truro, Nova Scotia. 

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:  EC 14 

Salary Range:  $4,661.12 - $5,826.41 Bi-Weekly   

 

The salary rates include an economic adjustment that has been approved.  These rates are effective April 1, 2025.  Implementation in our HR system will occur on March 5, 2026.  Until then, the current rates will apply.  Employees hired during this period will receive retroactive pay adjustments in accordance with the applicable policies.

 

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.

 

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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 concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

          

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