Marine Industry Liaison Officer
2 weeks ago
Competition # : 43176
Department: Fisheries and Aquaculture
Location: YARMOUTH
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 24-Jun-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About UsThe Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture has a legislated mandate to manage, promote, support, and develop the fishing, aquaculture, and seafood processing industries that contribute to the economic, environmental, and social prosperity of Nova Scotia's coastal and rural communities. As a department, we work to promote Nova Scotia as Canada's premier fish and seafood province.
About Our OpportunityAre you interested in supporting the growth and development of Nova Scotia? Are you a team player with knowledge of the seafood industry and a knack for front-line service delivery? If so, this may be the job for you.
Reporting to the Manager, Marine Resources, the Marine Industry Liaison Officer (MILO) carries out duties relating to fisheries, seafood buying and processing, aquaculture, coastal zone initiatives, and rural economic development issues. With a sound understanding of federal fisheries science & management methods, the MILO provides advice and policy direction on key strategic fisheries management decisions affecting Nova Scotia's economic interests. The incumbent works with all divisions of the department, to develop, administer, and provide a front-line service delivery of programs and policies that support rural economic development through the seafood sector.
The MILO functions within a framework of competing interests of various departmental, governmental and non-governmental bodies through consultation with industry, environmental, community and Aboriginal groups on matters relating to various fisheries, seafood, regulatory, industry development and coastal priorities. As the initial point of contact for NSDFA staff and industry, the incumbent must be informed, knowledgeable and able to operate with judgement, tact and diplomacy to deal with a broad range of issues and circumstances.
Provides leadership and regional coordination on advancing provincial interests and economic opportunities related to the fishing and seafood industries by participating in interdepartmental initiatives, inter-jurisdictional fisheries management and seafood committees, and liaising with industry and non-governmental organizations. Within a specific geographical territory in rural Nova Scotia.
Provides thorough, sound, and timely analysis, advice and recommendations on issues related to the fishing and seafood industry by preparing and delivering briefings, presentations, provincial positions and public consultations.
With a sound understanding of fisheries-based science and management practices used by the federal government, and their understanding of the local and provincial status and trends in the fisheries, the MILO prepares, presents, defends and represents Nova Scotia fisheries management advocacy positions at a wide variety of inter-jurisdictional and industry meetings and forums locally, nationally and, on occasion, internationally.
As the initial point of contact for NSDFA staff and industry the incumbent must be informed, knowledgeable and able to operate and communicate with tact and diplomacy to deal with a broad range of issues and circumstances. Responsible and accountable for the administration and management of industry development projects within their regions and as assigned by management.
A bachelor's degree in commerce or resource management plus 6 years of related experience is required for this position or an equivalent combination of training and relevant related program, policy or resource management experience in the commercial seafood industries.
In addition to the above, to be successful within this role, you will have knowledge of the fisheries and aquaculture programs offered by the Department, with a thorough understanding of the Nova Scotia commercial fishing, processing, and aquaculture industries. You should have familiarity with the sportfishing community as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and programs.
You must be a self-motivated, career-oriented, team player, as well as an effective communicator with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse range of industry clients, stakeholder groups, and other government agencies with an appropriate level of tact and diplomacy based on the situation.
Ability to speak French would be considered an asset
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
BenefitsBased 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.
What We Offer Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your careerEngaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategiesCountless career pathsDepartment specific flexible working schedulesPay Grade: PR 14
Salary Range: $2, $3,231.58 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.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. 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
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