Competition # : 48739
Department: Public Service Commission
Location: CAPE BRETON COUNTY
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 04-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is a modern client-centric human resources organization within the Nova Scotia Public Service supporting government departments, agencies, and employees as they deliver programs and services to Nova Scotians. We are committed to be the change for a more engaged and inclusive public service. Our work culture is one of collaboration, flexibility, partnership, and continuous improvement.
The PSC has four key deliverables:
If you are a problem solver, relationship builder, change agent, and service-oriented human resources professional who enjoys coaching, consulting, and supporting managers and employees within a complex unionized environment, then our Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) opportunity may be for you! We have a community of approximately 40 HRBPs reporting to one of nine HR Client Service Directors serving the diverse departments of the Nova Scotia Government. Our HRBPs are supported by experts in areas such as employee relations; classification; organizational development; recruitment; absence management; compensation; and equity, diversity, and inclusion to deliver programs and services to clients.
Reporting to the HR Client Service Director, this strategic consulting role is part of a client account management team. It focuses on building strong client partnerships, working collaboratively and leveraging relationships with subject matter experts across the Public Service Commission while keeping a focus on the potential system-wide impacts and implications of all decisions. The HRBP provides coaching, advice, and support on a wide range of topics such as equity, diversity and inclusion; performance management; organizational structure; staffing issues; workforce planning; attendance and absence management; talent management; recruitment and selection; investigations; respectful workplace; issue resolution; conflict resolution; and policies, acts, legislation, and collective agreement interpretation.
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have the following knowledge and experience:
Technical proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Office and related business applications is required.
The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation. Please follow LEADS (novascotia.ca) for more information.
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.
The equivalences considered would be a combination of several years of HR Generalist experience and additional related experience in specialized areas such as Talent Management/Recruitment, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, and Workforce Planning.
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
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
This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of May 21, 2027.
Pay Grade:EC 11
Salary Range:$3,571.99 - $4,465.03 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.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
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.
Working with the Government of Nova Scotia is one of the most rewarding career paths you can take. With the Nova Scotia public service, one career can branch out into many.
Employment Opportunities with the Provincial Government: http://jobs.novascotia.ca/
