Job Description
Competition # : 49182
Department: Education & Early Childhood Development
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 26-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
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 who 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 is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Communications Clerk to support our day-to-day communications work. This entry-level role is a great opportunity to build practical experience in public sector communications while contributing to work that impacts Nova Scotians.
Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will be part of a collaborative, close-knit team responsible for both proactive and responsive public-facing communications. You’ll gain hands-on experience in areas such as media monitoring, social media, and event coordination, while supporting efforts to keep the public informed and engaged.
Primary Accountabilities
Media & Social Media Monitoring
- Monitor daily media coverage (print, online, broadcast) and social media channels for relevant mentions
- Compile and share daily media summaries and urgent issue alerts
- Track emerging trends, issues, and public sentiment related to education and early childhood development
Social Media Support
- Assist in planning and scheduling content across departmental social media platforms
- Draft posts aligned with departmental priorities and campaigns
- Monitor engagement and respond to comments or inquiries as directed
- Support basic analytics tracking and performance reporting
Event Support
- Assist with planning and coordination of key departmental events (e.g., back-to-school, Education Week, announcements)
- Prepare materials such as briefing notes, social media content, and event logistics lists
- Support on-site or virtual event delivery, as needed
General Support
- Provide administrative and communications support to the team
- Assist with updating content on internal and external platforms
- Support records management and organization of communications materials
- Perform other related duties, as required
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a post-secondary program in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of training and experience)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good attention to detail and ability to summarize information clearly
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Assets include:
- Co-op, internship, or entry-level experience in communications, media, or public relations
- Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn) in a professional or organizational context
- Basic understanding of government communications
- Experience with analytics tools (e.g., built-in social media insights)
- Experience with media monitoring tools or content scheduling platforms
- Bilingualism in French
- Interest in public education and government priorities
Equivalency
We recognize that experience comes in many forms. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies should clearly outline how their background meets the requirements.
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 per week, 7 hours per day.
- 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.
- Will regularly work on sensitive and confidential issues.
Additional Information
This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of December 24, 2027. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
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:EC 05
Salary Range:$2,068.01 - $2,585.02 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.
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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.
