Case Assessor, Medical Fitness (Motor Vehicle Officer 4)

Competition # : 49482

Department: Public Works

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 04-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Making our Province work is no small job. We’re recruiting people like you to help our Province achieve big things.

At the Department of Public Works, we do more than maintain and build our provincial road network. In fact, we have a variety of Divisions. The Driver Licensing group, which consists of Medical Fitness and Driver Competency sections, is another area within Public Works, which falls under the umbrella of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Driver Licensing is responsible for ensuring that Nova Scotians meet accepted medical standards and competency requirements for the safe operation of motor vehicles. The section is a high-pressure, fast-paced environment responsible for processing a large volume of work under deadlines.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Deputy Registrar, Driver Licensing, the Case Assessor, Medical Fitness is responsible for co-managing the Driver Medical Fitness and Driver Competency Programs along with three other Case Assessors. The Case Assessors serve as the primary source of expertise and advice on driver medical fitness and competency matters and ensure the program is administered consistently and effectively based on regulatory and legislative requirements.

Primary Accountabilities

The position is responsible for timely and accurate examination of a high volume of information with respect to a person’s medical fitness to operate a motor vehicle. The Case Assessors review complex medical reports and tests, driving records, law enforcement documents, motor vehicle collision reports, etc. and make recommendations and/or decisions in accordance with the Motor Vehicle Act and the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrator’s Medical Standards for Drivers.

The Case Assessors are responsible for supervising day to day operations by setting service standards, creating and implementing productivity monitoring tools, developing policies and procedures, reviewing and updating forms and identifying information technology requirements. The position oversees up to three clerical staff, monitors their performance and provides coaching/training.

The Case Assessors research and monitor driver medical fitness matters and keep the Deputy Registrar apprized of emerging issues in this area of Road Safety. Attendance at national meetings may be required.

The Case Assessors are responsible for coordinating the monthly Medical Advisory Committee meetings by identifying cases requiring review and presenting cases to physicians on the committee.

Qualifications and Experience

High school completion plus 10 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information and provide appropriate recommendations concerning individual case files and emerging policies. Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, and maintain confidentiality. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to deal with sensitive, emotional and confidential issues. Proven ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Computer software skills, such as word processing, presentations and spreadsheets are also necessary as well as experience in maintaining electronic databases.

The incumbent will have a good understanding of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act as it relates to the access, protection and release of personal information.

Experience in a regulatory environment is considered an asset.

Demonstrated knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations as it relates to medical fitness, and experience with the interpretation and application of the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrator’s Medical Standards for Drivers is considered an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one of more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentation, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

• A bachelors in Education and 6 related years of experience

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.
• Typically located in a comfortable office environment.
• Much of the time is spent in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.
• Regularly reads and interprets multiple sources of information, regular requirement to type, read and work on a computer.
• May experience pressure with deadlines and need for accuracy.

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.

Pay Grade: TE 25

Salary Range: $2,707.02 - $3,182.69 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.

If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more 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.