Opportunities: Provincial Director of Planning (46144)
Opportunities: Provincial Director of Planning (46144)
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Job Description
Competition # :46144
Department:Municipal Affairs
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date:18-Jun-25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Our Opportunity
Were seeking a forward-thinking leader to serve as the Provincial Director of Planning to guide and oversee Nova Scotias land use planning system. As Director you will shape how land is planned and developed across the province by leading key policy legislative and regulatory frameworks that influence municipal growth housing infrastructure and sustainable development.
This position works closely with senior government leadership and municipal stakeholders to promote efficient planning effective governance and vibrant communities. Youll provide critical advice navigate disputes and lead initiatives that support the Provinces long-term goals including economic growth population renewal and land stewardship. Your expertise will directly impact how municipalities plan develop and thrive.
Primary Accountabilities
As the Provincial Director of Planning you will lead a complex portfolio that shapes how land is used developed and governed across Nova Scotia. Core responsibilities include:
- Administering and overseeing key planning legislation and regulations including the Municipal Government Act and Provincial Subdivision Regulations.
- Leading statutory reviews of municipal planning documents to ensure alignment with provincial legislation regulations and Statements of Provincial Interest.
- Providing strategic policy and legislative advice to the Minister and senior leadership with a focus on sustainable land use infrastructure and economic development.
- Acting as the Provinces main point of contact for municipalities and communities on land use planning matters including providing technical guidance to municipalities.
- Developing maintaining and periodically reviewing the regulatory framework guiding municipal planning including sustainability plans and integrated policy alignment.
- Representing the Province in interdepartmental and intergovernmental forums building partnerships and influencing national conversations on land use planning.
- Leading cross-government collaboration on key initiatives (e.g. Water Strategy Coastal Strategy energy development) that intersect with municipal land use.
- Promoting municipal planning capacity through best practices education workshops and strategic partnerships that support effective local governance.
- Ensuring the quality and timeliness of planning decisions that directly affect housing and commercial development across the province.
- Managing staff budgets and operational planning to deliver an efficient inclusive and forward-thinking land use planning system for Nova Scotia.
Qualifications and Experience
A Masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning Public Administration or Business Administration is required or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. You have extensive experience in land use planning municipal governance and public policy development. In addition you have:
- Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP)
- Demonstrated experience providing high-level advice to senior officials or executive leadership.
- Strong working knowledge of planning legislation municipal planning processes and the intersection of land use with economic development sustainability and community well-being.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate politically sensitive situations build consensus and foster collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience overseeing complex reviews of planning documents.
- Proven ability to succeed in a deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail and a focus on quality and consistency.
- Proven leadership in managing and mentoring a multidisciplinary team with a focus on performance professional development and team cohesion.
- Demonstrated project management expertise including the ability to effectively organize work manage competing priorities ensure timely delivery and maintain high standards of quality and accountability.t
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Assets include:
- Familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes including reviewing and developing statutes regulations and policy frameworks
- Experience working in or with municipal governments in Nova Scotia.
- Familiarity with intergovernmental policy initiatives and federal-provincial-municipal partnership models.
- Bilingualism (English/French).
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 recognize equivalent combinations of training education and experience providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. 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 be working within a high-paced busy office environment with strict deadlines sensitive and confidential information as well as frequent meetings and conferences that require travel. You must have the ability to travel when required.
Your normal work week is 35 hours/week 7 hours/day. You may be required to work overtime on occasion.
Additional Information
This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of March 31 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 14
Salary Range: $4550.68- $5688.35Bi-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.
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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:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
