ECE Classification Services Clerk (Clerk 3)

About Us

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in early learning and education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of early learning and public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.

About Our Opportunity

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in early learning and education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of early learning and public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.

Primary Accountabilities

• Receives and tracks close to 2500 applications for classification per year from applicants within NS, throughout Canada and internationally.
• Reviews applications for completeness, corresponds with applicants on missing information, creates and maintains applicant files.
• Processes and coordinates all classification applications and ensures readiness for program staff to review and assess.
• Manages classification databases and ensures accuracy.
• Provides accurate, timely and efficient support (administrative and organizational) to staff. This includes timely responses to phone, email and walk-in inquiries about classification.
• Maintains and updates program records and files. Is responsible for the retrieval, retention, storage and disposition, of classification records.
• Provides operational support on the day-to-day administrative tasks as required by Classification Services.
• Maintains and improves internal administrative processes supporting the Manager of Classification.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have completed high school with 4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Knowledge of credential assessment processes would be considered an asset.

You thrive in a fast-paced work environment. You pay attention to detail with accuracy and demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and strong interpersonal skills along with a client-centered focus. You possess exceptional professional communication skills (verbal and written) with all levels of staff, internal and external stakeholders and the general public. You demonstrate flexibility in responding to unforeseen work demands by re-prioritizing and adjusting your work plans. You are comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. You demonstrate positive team building skills. You effectively multi-task and approach your work with objectivity and confidentiality. You have demonstrated experience interpreting and analyzing data and experience with Microsoft Office programs (Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook etc.).

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, 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

Located in an office environment in Halifax.

Additional Information

This is a term position with a projected end date of February 10, 2028. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate and the overall duration of the position, in accordance with the collective agreement.

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.