Opportunities: Manager, Training (46141)
Opportunities: Manager, Training (46141)
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Job Description
Competition # :46141
Department:Opportunities and Social Development
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date:06-Jun-25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Disability Support Program (DSP) is committed to fostering innovative ways to empower individuals with disabilities to pursue their vision of a fulfilling life. We are on a journey to implement international best practices that uphold human rights and choice to enhance the way people engage with their communities. We envision Nova Scotia as a place where people with disabilities can choose the life they want to live in communities that are welcoming inclusive and supportive. A life where individuals can build authentic relationships explore their interests and achieve their full potential as valued citizens in their community.
About Our Opportunity
As the Training Manager with the Disability Support Program you will play a critical role leading the development of strategies and innovative solutions in response to identified learning training and workforce development needs both internally (DSP staff) and externally (DSP service provider staff) in order to meet the requirements of the court ordered remedy to address findings of systemic discrimination by the Province of Nova Scotia against persons disabilities.
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy is a five-year legally binding agreement that guides governments work to transform the disability support system in Nova Scotia. The Remedy represents generational change for people with disabilities in Nova Scotia. It is one of the largest transformation efforts in the provinces history a strong stable and well-trained workforce is vital to its success.
The Training Manager will foster a culture of respect and inclusion while helping to transform the department into a learning organization. If you are results-driven process-oriented and possess strong management skills we encourage you to apply for this impactful role!
Primary Accountabilities
Youll play a key role in shaping a strong future-ready workforce across DSP and its service providers. Youll be the lead in building innovative impactful learning strategies that support both sector-wide transformation and everyday service excellence. Heres what youll do:
- Develop and drive innovative training strategies systems and processes that elevate staff competency and support organizational transformation.
Manage a team of adult learning professionals to deliver engaging training experiences that foster knowledge-sharing growth and long-term development across the disability sector. - Work closely with senior leaders service providers the Public Service Commission and first-voice representatives to ensure training is responsive to the evolving needs of persons with disabilities.
- Launch and oversee a transformative training approach aligned with the Remedys goals emphasizing equity inclusion and person-centered supports.
- Provide expert guidance to other government teams to co-create training solutions tailored to specific program needs and aligned with system-wide goals.
- Use data and consultation to identify sector-wide training needs set priorities and oversee the delivery of targeted learning solutions.
- Develop and apply frameworks to measure post-training outcomes track skills development and assess long-term impact on individual team and organizational performance.
- Plan and manage training budgets negotiate resources and oversee the delivery of services by internal and external providers. Make data-informed decisions on delivery models and platforms.
- Stay current on legislation human rights-based practices and emerging trends to ensure training programs are both effective and aligned with best practices in disability support.
- Manage team performance promote a healthy and inclusive workplace and ensure responsible stewardship of human and financial resources.
Qualifications and Experience
You have completed a related bachelors degree and have several years of experience in learning and development including experience in managerial or progressively responsible roles.
In addition to these qualifications you must demonstrate:
- Proven experience in developing delivering and leading training programs within complex and dynamic organizations.
- A successful track record of building and managing teams preferably within a unionized environment.
- Experience implementing strategic learning and development plans that align with organizational values.
- A sound understanding of change management at both the individual and organizational levels with experience leading change processes that improve service delivery.
- Effective and influential communication skills with the ability to interpret policies collective agreements and legislation.
- Experience in managing budgets allocating resources and monitoring expenses effectively.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with a comprehensive understanding of learning and development principles and organizational culture.
- A commitment to understanding cultural differences and actively engaging with historically underserved communities.
Additionally candidates should demonstrate a genuine interest in building connections promoting team learning facilitating difficult conversations and understanding and addressing the diverse needs of others.
Assets for this role include:
- A related Masters degree.
- Knowledge of government decision-making processes and managing within a unionized environment.
- Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) as well as emerging trends in training and development and organizational culture.
- Experience working or volunteering in social services or community-based organizations.
- An understanding of the challenging circumstances faced by vulnerable and equity-deserving communities including the compounded impact of intersectionality on their experiences.
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
We value diverse qualifications and recognize that equivalent combinations of training education and experience can demonstrate the skills and expertise required for this role. Equivalencies include but are not limited to:
- Significant experience in learning and development and leadership roles.
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 aDefined 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
You will primarily work in a comfortable office setting however periodic travel to other locations within the province to consult with staff and/or key partners may be required. Therefore a valid drivers license and access to a vehicle are needed.
Your normal work week is 35 hours a week 7 hours a day. This role involves a high volume of work which may necessitate longer working hours and overtime. Due to the diverse responsibilities and scope of this position there will be significant mental pressure requiring resilience.
Additional Information
This is a term opportunity with an anticipated end date ofMarch 31 2028. 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 11
Salary Range: $3418.96- $4273.75Bi-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 Womenin 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 you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at
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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 concernsmay be directed to
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
