water distribution manager

Competition # : 49569 Department: Environment and Climate ChangeLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 04-Sep-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Environment and Climate Change supports a clean and healthy environment for the wellbeing and benefit of Nova Scotians. 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 Aboriginal 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 the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or on your resume.About Our OpportunityThe Department of Environment and Climate Change is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to oversee provincial groundwater, surface water quality, and drinking water programs, while advancing the monitoring, data, and intelligence systems that support environmental stewardship, public health, and climate resilience.We're looking for a leader who can bridge science, policy, technology, and people. Whether your experience comes from government, consulting, environmental management, utilities, technology, or a related sector, you will thrive in this role if you enjoy building strong teams, driving innovation and turning complex challenges into practical solutions.Primary AccountabilitiesAs Manager, you will:Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of scientific and technical professionals responsible for groundwater, surface water quality, drinking water, environmental monitoring programs, data management and geospatial information systems.Provide strategic direction for programs, projects and initiatives that support the management and protection of Nova Scotia's water resources.Manage budgets, contracts, consultants and operational planning activities.Advance evidence-based decision-making through strengthened data governance, reporting, geospatial analysis and business intelligence.Champion innovation through the use of GIS, automation, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.Provide strategic advice to senior leadership, the Minister's Office and government partners.Build strong relationships with municipalities, Indigenous partners, researchers, industry and regulated stakeholders.Identify emerging issues, risks and opportunities to ensure programs remain effective, responsive and forward-looking.Qualifications and ExperienceYou have a bachelor's degree in a related discipline and a minimum of six years of recent and related experience in the qualifications listed below. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. We recognize that no candidate will possess every qualification listed below. If your experience aligns with many of the following areas, we encourage you to apply.Leadership and Program ManagementYou bring experience leading people, programs and change, including:Leading professional, technical or multidisciplinary teams.Managing complex projects, budgets, contracts and partnerships. Driving innovation, continuous improvement and organizational change. Building collaborative relationships and achieving results through influence and engagement.Water Resources and Environmental ManagementYou have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:Water resources, hydrogeology, drinking water, environmental monitoring and data management. Applying legislation, regulations, policies and technical guidance. Providing strategic advice to decision-makers, partners and stakeholders.Data, Technology and InnovationYou understand the growing role of information and technology in modern public service delivery and have experience in areas such as:Data manageme Location Halifax , NS Work location On site Salary $ 40.38 to $ 93.75 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source CareerBeacon #2237171 Various locations Halifax, NS