Outreach and Compliance Officer

2 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Labour, Skills and Immigration

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Term

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:27-Sep-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Labour Standards Division is responsible for the Labour Standards Code (the Code) and related regulations, which establish the basic rights and responsibilities of provincially regulated employers and workers in Nova Scotia. The legislation provides a dispute resolution mechanism and enforcement tools for addressing complaints under the Code and establishes licensing and registration requirements in relation to the recruitment and hiring of foreign workers.

Our work can be challenging and often deals with people in difficult situations we strive to create a safe, supportive, welcoming, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.

**About Our Opportunity**:
You will play an important role in the compliance and enforcement activities of the division, particularly as they relate to the foreign worker program. Using a variety of tools, you will work directly with employers and recruiters to enhance their understanding of and compliance with the legislation. You will contribute to the development and implementation of effective compliance strategies and process guidelines.

This position reports to the Manager, Foreign Worker Program.

**Primary Accountabilities**:
In this role you will:

- Inspect employment and recruitment records to assess whether employers and licensed recruiters are complying with the legislation and prepare reports setting out inspection results.
- Enforce the Labour Standards Code and regulations by issuing orders to comply with the legislation when necessary.
- Conduct research, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports with recommendations in relation to the division’s foreign worker program activities.
- Facilitate early resolution of Labour Standards complaints.
- Assist with the recruiter licence and employer registration process.
- Deliver presentations to diverse groups.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You have a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years related experience, or a Master’s degree plus 1 year related experience.

You understand the unique vulnerability of foreign workers.

You have strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build positive, productive relationships with others. You are flexible and adaptable and take initiative to support the team in meeting its objectives.

You can explain complex information in a way that people can easily understand. You have experience dealing with frustrated and upset individuals and are skilled at deescalating situations.

You have excellent writing skills and proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You understand quantitative and qualitative research and have experience collecting and analyzing data. You are conscientious about — and accurate with — your work.

You demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. You consistently maintain a respectful, professional, and courteous manner with colleagues and clients.

Assets for this role include:

- In addition to English, you are fluent (verbal and written) in other languages such as Spanish, Hindi, Punjabi, Mandarin or Korean.
- Project management experience.

**Equivalency**:
**Benefits**:
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.

**Working Conditions**:

- This position will be required to travel to conduct inspections and do presentations.
- A valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel within the province is required.

**Additional Information**:
**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 Department specific flexible working schedules**Pay Grade**: PR 10

**Salary Range**: $2,262.74 - $2,760.42 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

  • Daily Bread Outreach Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth Full time

    **Daily Bread Outreach Coordinator** **Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica** **Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth** The Daily Bread Outreach is a Catholic ministry of hope which operates from the hall of Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica in the heart of downtown Halifax. Over 20 volunteers help to feed 82 people on average four days a week. Our Outreach’s...

  • Compliance Officer

    1 month ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada beBee Professionals Full time $45,000 - $60,000

    beBee Professionals in Halifax is seeking a Compliance Officer to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, handling accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring the integrity of our accounting practices.Key Responsibilities:Manage and maintain financial records, including ledgers, invoices, and...

  • Community Outreach Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Mulgrave Park Caring and Learning Centre Full time

    **Mulgrave Park Caring and Learning Centre is hiring!** Position: Community Outreach Coordinator (Part-Time, Temporary) 57 Jarvis Lane, Halifax NS B3K 3J3 Mulgrave Park Caring and Learning Centre is nestled in the North End of Halifax. We have been providing programs and services to promote healthy interactions between children, families, and caregivers...

  • Director of Education and Outreach

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Neptune Theatre Foundation Full time

    **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Neptune Theatre is located on sacred land that has been the site of human activity since time immemorial. We are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, and we acknowledge them as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land. As artists, we are grateful to work and build community here. As...

  • Manager of Training

    3 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Department**:Public Works **Location**:Flexible **Type of Employment**:Permanent **Union Status**:Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG **Closing Date**:13-Sep-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) **About Us**: Building and maintaining our provincial highway infrastructure is no small job. The Department of Public Works (DPW) supports...

  • Community Outreach Worker

    5 months ago

    Halifax, Canada YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth Full time

    **Title**: Community Outreach Worker **Position Status**: Full-Time **Salary**: $36,059 per year **Start Date**: Immediately **Location**: Halifax The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun - in a community of shared responsibilities, where...

  • Community Outreach Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Society of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians Full time

    **Society of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians** Society of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians is a nonprofit charitable organization with the potential to serve over 23,000 people age 20+ years who have some degree of hearing loss. Incorporated in 1980, the Society is mandated to develop and manage coordinated services to assist Deaf, hard of...

  • Compliance Officer 1

    6 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Halifax Regional Municipality Full time

    **Job Posting** - As a member of the Parking Services Team, reporting to Supervisor, Parking Enforcement, the Compliance Officer I (COI) is primarily responsible for enforcing Municipal Legislation related to parking enforcement and front-line compliance in a range of legislation including but not limited to: - Pay-Station By-law - Motor Vehicle Act - Taxis...

  • Compliance Officer 1

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Halifax Regional Municipality Full time

    **Job Posting** As a member of the Traffic and Parking Management Team, reporting to Supervisor, Parking Enforcement, the Compliance Officer I (COI) is primarily responsible for enforcing Municipal Legislation related to parking enforcement and front-line compliance in a range of legislation including but not limited to: - Pay-Station By-law - Motor...

  • Youth Engagement and Outreach Coordinator

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Department**:Labour, Skills and Immigration **Location**:HALIFAX **Type of Employment**:Term **Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**:03-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) **Designation Status**: This opportunity is designated to applicants that identify as Indigenous Person, African/Black Nova Scotian and other...

  • Youth Engagement and Outreach Coordinator

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Competition #**: 44090 **Department**: Labour, Skills and Immigration **Location**: HALIFAX **Type of Employment**: Term **Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**: 03-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) Designation Status This opportunity is designated to applicants that identify as Indigenous Person, African/Black Nova...

  • Fundraising Officer

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Human Concern International Full time

    At Human Concern International (HCI), we are more than a great and open place to work in — our work is life-changing. Together, we try to move families from crisis to sustainability. More than 40 years ago the inspiration for HCI began with three volunteers’ wishing to change the lives of thousands of Afghan refugees in Pakistan. Today, together with our...

  • Community Outreach Officer

    5 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Ecology Action Centre Full time

    **Job Title: Community Outreach Officer (Sustainable Transportation)** This position has the following requirements as per NS SKILLS funding. Please ensure you meet the requirements before applying. - Must be entering full-time post-secondary studies in the fall semester immediately following the work term. - Continuing full-time post-secondary studies...

  • Compliance and Enforcement Officer

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Department**:Labour, Skills and Immigration **Location**:HALIFAX **Type of Employment**:Permanent **Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**:08-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) **About Us**: The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (Agency) is the regulatory authority for the 13 compulsory certified trades under the...

  • Compliance and Enforcement Officer

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Competition #**: 44228 **Department**: Labour, Skills and Immigration **Location**: HALIFAX **Type of Employment**: Permanent **Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**: 08-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (Agency) is the regulatory authority for the 13 compulsory certified...

  • Administrative Officer

    1 week ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Atlantic Summit Immigration Consulting Inc Full time

    Company OverviewAtlantic Summit Immigration Consulting Inc is a dynamic and forward-thinking consulting firm dedicated to providing expert immigration services. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to helping clients navigate the complex world of immigration law.SalaryThe salary for this position is $65,000 per annum, plus benefits.Job...

  • Fire Safety Compliance Officer

    7 days ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax Regional Municipality Full time

    Job OverviewThe Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking a skilled Fire Safety Compliance Officer to join its team in Fire Prevention with Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency. As a permanent, full-time member of the team, you will be responsible for conducting building inspections in accordance with the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act.This role requires...

  • Area Firearms Officer

    5 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Department**:Justice **Location**:HALIFAX **Type of Employment**:Permanent **Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**:09-Jul-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) **About Us**: The Nova Scotia provincial firearms office is responsible for the administration of the Firearms Act and its regulations and programs in Nova Scotia...

  • Area Firearms Officer

    5 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Competition #**: 43359 **Department**: Justice **Location**: HALIFAX **Type of Employment**: Permanent **Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**: 09-Jul-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us The Nova Scotia provincial firearms office is responsible for the administration of the Firearms Act and its regulations...

  • Compliance Associate

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada MUFG Investor Services Full time

    **Job Title:** Compliance AssociateAt MUFG Investor Services, we are seeking a Compliance Associate to join our team. As a Compliance Associate, you will be responsible for assisting the Chief Compliance Officer and the Money Laundering Reporting Officer in day-to-day Anti-Money Laundering, terrorist financing, and financial sanctions-related tasks.**Key...