Opportunities RMV Modernization Team (RMVMT) Senior Product Lead

About Us

At CSDS we prioritize peopleboth within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In todays tech-driven world CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians expectations. As a trusted partner across government we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We dont just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotias evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms youll play a key role in building a more inclusive responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together were setting new standards for digital public service delivering resilient solutions that meet todays needsand anticipate tomorrows challenges.

About Our Opportunity

The Registry of Motor Vehicle Modernization Team is on a mission to redefine service delivery for Nova Scotians. Join us on this transformative journey to enhance how services are delivered making them more user-friendly and efficient.

Were seeking a Senior Product Lead whos not just looking for a job but an opportunity to make a real difference. This role is your chance to be at the core of innovation shaping the future of driver and vehicle services in Nova Scotia. Ready to make an impact Were excited to meet you.

Primary Accountabilities

• Develop and communicate the Product Vision & Roadmap including Agile Team Planning Business Partner Connects and Minister Briefings
• Define and prioritize the product backlog ensuring alignment with program objectives
• Organize releases epics initiatives and user stories in Jira
• Create and refine Minimum Viable Service/Product (MVS/MVP) definitions and product measurements/KPIs
• Validate features meet the acceptance criteria and are ready for release
• Ensure that the non-functional requirements are addressed
• Coordinate production deployments
• Supports go-to-market activities OCM efforts and communications
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Manage sustainment and support plans for products in varying stages of development
• Utilize user research to inform feature development
• Grow user domain knowledge working closely with Service Leads (Subject Matter Experts)
• Manage product team members promoting a positive and inclusive environment
• Collaborate with other RMV Mod Workstream Teams and wider CSDS counterparts to ensure features are executed and cross team dependencies are well understood
• In collaboration with the Management team propose new product ideas and strategies and provide analysis to support trade-off decisions between scope and schedule
• As needed facilitate product team agile ceremonies (scrums sprint planning retrospectives)
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

Must-Haves:

• A minimum of undergraduate university level education in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent work experience
• Significant experience working in relevant fields (eg Project Product or Program Management)
• Demonstrate analytical and strategic mindset that can translate to building new digital services and technologies
• Proven success delivering in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to lead and motivate teams to work towards a common goal
• Excellent written oral communications and presentation skills with a proven track record of effective interpersonal interactions.
• Strong organizational and facilitation skills capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook (or equivalent).
• Precise attention to detail.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Prior experience managing public resources and familiarity with government practices. Registry of Motor Vehicles experience would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting government transformation initiatives showcasing an ability to navigate and contribute to significant changes.
• People management experience especially leading teams in a unionized environment is considered an asset.
• Delivery and/or project management experience.
• UI UX and design experience.

We will assess the above qualifications and experience using tools such as assessments presentations interviews reference checks etc.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training and experience may also be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in the application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status 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
  
  

Additional Information

This is a full-time two-year TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of October 2027.

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.
• A Dynamic client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.