Pension Analyst (Program Admin Officer 3)

Competition # :   47774

Department :   Finance and Treasury Board

Location :   HALIFAX

Type of Employment :   Term

Union Status :   NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date :   ​02-Feb-26 ​ (Applications are accepted until 11 : 59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province’s financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services – including the preparation of the provincial budget – as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.

We are constantly looking for new and better ways to plan, manage, budget and invest.

Primary Accountabilities

Reporting to the Deputy Superintendent of Pensions, the Pension Analyst will work closely with the Deputy Superintendent and other members of the Pension Regulation Division. The Pension Analyst can expect to :

• Examine and analyze pension plan documents in respect of pension plans being registered, amended, or terminated to ensure compliance with the relevant pension legislation and regulations.
• Review annual information returns, actuarial / financial reports, and other filings for compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Respond to inquiries and investigate complaints from the pension industry as well as the public on pension administration, legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare pension plan data reports for submission to Statistics Canada and Canada Revenue Agency.
• Participate in the National Pension Compliance Officers Association (NPCOA) and will potentially travel for meetings within Canada.
• Prepare the report of the Superintendent of Pensions on the administration of the Pension Benefits Act.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business, Science, or Arts plus 5 years’ experience in pension administration; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must have a proven working knowledge of the Canadian Retirement Landscape and the Nova Scotia Pension Benefits Act and Regulations. Attention to detail, analytical thinking and sound judgement are critical.  The candidate must have advanced interpersonal and communication skills and experience and demonstrate how they effectively communicate complex information in plain language and deliver difficult messages. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills are required to prepare correspondence and respond to inquiries. The candidate must be proficient in the following : Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.  A Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation would be considered an asset.

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.

Additional Information

This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of January 8, 2027 . The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

Pay Grade :   PR 13

Salary Range :   $2,750.62 - $3,343.61 Bi-Weekly

Note : The salary rates shown reflect the new Civil Service Agreement, effective April 1, 2025. Implementation in our HR system will occur on February 5, 2026.  Until then, the current rates will apply.  Employees hired during this period will receive retroactive pay adjustments in accordance with the new agreement and 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.

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.