Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$19/hr–$25/hr
Competition # : 49532 Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Student Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM …
Skills: Database management, Research, Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Cognos
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$48k–$54k/yr
Competition # : 49491 Department: Service Nova Scotia Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About U…
Skills: Financial document processing, Data entry, Quality control, GAAP compliance, Attention to detail
New Minas, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$62k–$73k/yr
Competition # : 49538 Department: Public Works Location: NEW MINAS Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us Building…
Skills: Supervisory skills, Highway maintenance, Construction management, Snow and ice control, Infrastructure maintenance
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$76k–$92k/yr
Competition # : 49497 Department: Cyber Security & Digital Solutions Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Tim…
Skills: Technical support, Troubleshooting, Project management, Change management, Windows desktop operating systems
Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$112k–$140k/yr
Competition # : 49516 Department: Cyber Security & Digital Solutions Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Term Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM…
Skills: Product Management, Digital Transformation, Service Design, Agile Delivery, Strategic Leadership
Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$95k–$200k/yr
Competition # : 49304 Department: Public Prosecution Service Location: Multiple Locations Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSCAA Closing Date: 23-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) Abou…
Skills: Criminal Litigation, Criminal Procedure, Evidence Law, Substantive Criminal Law, Prosecution Services
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$62k–$96k/yr
Competition # : 49524 Department: Justice Location: NEW GLASGOW Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 12-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us The Correction…
Skills: Clinical Counselling, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health Assessment, Suicide Risk Assessment, Case Management
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$93k–$116k/yr
Competition # : 49548 Department: Public Service Commission Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 30-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atl…
Skills: Compensation strategy, Job evaluation, Market analysis, Pay plan design, Data analysis
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
About Us The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to contribute to justice and public safety. Established in 1990 as the first statutorily based independent prosecution service in C…
Skills: Criminal Law, Prosecution, Regulatory Offences, Search and Seizure Law, Charter Challenges
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$84k–$106k/yr
Competition # : 49354 Department: Public Service Commission Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Term Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 19-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic…
Skills: Compensation analysis, Job evaluation, Data analysis, Microsoft Excel, Market research
Churchover, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$24/hr–$24/hr
Competition # : 49439 Department: Natural Resources Location: SHELBURNE Type of Employment: Casual Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 11-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Tim…
Skills: Infrastructure maintenance, Grounds maintenance, Customer service, Cash handling, Carpentry
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$76k–$92k/yr
Competition # : 49540 Department: Opportunities and Social Development Location: Flexible between Bridgewater, Yarmouth or Digby Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 11-Aug-26 (Application…
Skills: Case Management, Assessment, Interviewing, Negotiation, Critical Thinking
Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$2k–$3k/wk
Competition # : 49502 Department: Service Nova Scotia Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 17-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us At Ser…
Skills: Debt Collection, Negotiation, Financial Statement Analysis, Case Management, Analytical Skills
Waterville, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$25/hr–$41/hr
Competition # : 49447 Department: Justice Location: WATERVILLE Type of Employment: Casual Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 21-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About …
Skills: Report writing, Counseling, Interpersonal skills, Crisis management, Leadership
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$113k–$140k/yr
Competition # : 49378 Department: Office of Service Efficiency Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM …
Skills: Policy Development, Strategic Communications, Issues Management, Legislative Planning, Stakeholder Engagement
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$30/hr–$39/hr
Competition # : 49374 Department: Justice Location: Dartmouth, New Glasgow, Sydney and Yarmouth Type of Employment: Relief Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 18-Jul-27 (Applications are accepted unt…
Skills: Custody and Control, Supervision, Conflict Resolution, Case Management, Crisis Intervention
Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$100k–$118k/yr
Competition # : 49394 Department: Education & Early Childhood Development Location: Flexible Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM A…
Skills: Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Oversight
Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$100k–$118k/yr
Competition # : 49402 Department: Education & Early Childhood Development Location: Flexible Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM A…
Skills: Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development, Project Management, Research, Presentation Skills
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$2k–$2k/wk
Competition # : 49420 Department: Public Works Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us Makin…
Skills: Customer Service, Administrative Support, Data Entry, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills
Sydney River, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$92k–$116k/yr
Competition # : 49315 Department: Public Works Location: SYDNEY RIVER Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Ti…
Skills: Financial Leadership, Budget Planning, Forecasting, Expenditure Control, Financial Reporting
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The student will assist in maintaining and managing data within the branch database management system to ensure information is organized and protected. They will also support inspection personnel by locating records and creating documentation to assist with data cleanup and division activities.
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program and have completed their first year in an Information Technology program with a focus on database administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required, and experience with tools like SQL or Tableau is considered an asset.
Competition # : 49532
Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 13-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
At the Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration, we are responsible for delivering effective and efficient regulatory management for the protection of the public and workers’ safety through education, outreach, inspection and enforcement, equipment registration, permits, and licenses. Our staff of over 115 employees, located throughout Nova Scotia, do this by using the Pathways to Compliance to enhance compliance of provincially regulated employees, employers and contractors through setting, promoting, verifying and enforcing requirements under various pieces of legislation.
The student will provide assistance in helping maintain and manage the data entered into the branch database management system that protect and organize key information. You will be required to have an understanding of the IT field and have a strong background in research. Microsoft Office Suite including Excel is necessary. Having experience using Cognos, Tableau, SQL and/or Microsoft Power Automate would be considered an asset.
The student will be working with other team members to provide support to branch staff. He/she must work independently in a fast based environment and to be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written with others.
The successful student may be assisting inspection personnel with locating records within the database and creating How To documentation to assist the Division with the work activities and cleanup of data. Other work may include learning the process of the surplus system procedures, working with person(s) to guide them through processes.
Students must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program and have completed their first year in a recognized Information Technology program, particularly with database Administration concentration. The student must be eligible to complete a co-op work term as part of your academic program and returning to school for the next term.
This is a CASUAL/student employment opportunity with anticipated start date of September 1, 2026 and end date of December 31, 2026. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $19.03 - $25.52 Hourly
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.
Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more 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 [email protected].
Official LinkedIn page of the Government of Nova Scotia
Working with the Government of Nova Scotia is one of the most rewarding career paths you can take. With the Nova Scotia public service, one career can branch out into many. Employment Opportunities with the Provincial Government: http://jobs.novascotia.ca/
Offices: HRM, Nova Scotia, CA
Official LinkedIn page of the Government of Nova Scotia
Working with the Government of Nova Scotia is one of the most rewarding career paths you can take. With the Nova Scotia public service, one career can branch out into many. Employment Opportunities with the Provincial Government: http://jobs.novascotia.ca/
Offices: HRM, Nova Scotia, CA
