Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$2k–$2k/wk
Competition # : 49158 Department: Justice Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 01-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us The Legal Services…
Skills: Legal Administrative Assistance, File Management, Legal Terminology, Dicta Typing, MS Word
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$31/hr–$37/hr
Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 222781 Location: Central Zone, Victoria Building - QEII Department: FMS Physical Plant VG Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSGEU Support Position P…
Skills: Carpentry, Building Repair, Millwork, Flooring Installation, Wall Cladding
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$85k–$120k/yr
Location: Halifax - John Savage, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each othe…
Skills: Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Assessment, Electrical Load Calculations
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$90k–$130k/yr
Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other.…
Skills: Technical Specification Writing, Statement of Work Development, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Systems Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$58k–$129k/yr
Date limite pour postuler : 12 h 00 HE le 29 juin 2026 Joignez-vous à l’équipe d’EDC ! À EDC, nous aidons les entreprises canadiennes à réussir à l’étranger. Nous leur offrons les outils financiers et l’expertise dont el…
Skills: Underwriting, Financial Analysis, Transaction Structuring, Contract Bonding, Risk Assessment
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$58k–$129k/yr
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
Job Posting –Water and Wilderness Officer VALUING LIVED EXPERIENCES EAC’s vision is of a just and vibrant world of respect, belonging and ecological resilience. As a team we are working to decolonize, further equity and …
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Position: O – Week Leader (10) Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building Reports to: Programming and Events Manager Start Date: August 3rd, 2026 Program Dates: September 3rd – September 12th, 2026 Honoraria: Up to $200 …
Skills: Leadership, Teamwork, Customer Service, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$2k–$2k/wk
Competition # : 49115 Department: Growth and Development Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) Abou…
Skills: Email Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Typing
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$54k–$68k/yr
Competition # : 49156 Department: Intergovernmental Affairs Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atl…
Skills: Event Planning, Protocol Management, Stakeholder Liaison, Budget Management, Organizational Skills
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$3k–$4k/yr
Competition # : 49054 Department: Education & Early Childhood Development Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM At…
Skills: Information Management, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, Reporting
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$5k–$6k/wk
Competition # : 49118 Department: Health and Wellness Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic …
Skills: Leadership, Digital Health, Strategy, Governance, Policy
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$5k–$6k/yr
Competition # : 49161 Department: Health and Wellness Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic …
Skills: Leadership, Project Management, Data Analytics, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$85k–$120k/yr
Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other.…
Skills: Marine Electrical Systems, Troubleshooting, Corrective Maintenance, Engineering Changes, Certification Management
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$52k–$58k/yr
Competition # : 49148 Department: Justice Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Permanent Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 29-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us The Court …
Skills: Administrative Support, Cash Handling, Data Entry, Customer Service, Records Management
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$33/hr–$37/hr
Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 219646 Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: FMS Plant Security Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (…
Skills: Conflict De-escalation, Emergency Response, CCTV Monitoring, Access Control Systems, Report Writing
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
$130k–$190k/yr
Date limite pour postuler : le 25 juin, 2026 Joignez-vous à l’équipe d’EDC ! ÀEDC, nous aidons les entreprises canadiennes à réussir à l’étranger. Nous leur offrons les outils financiers et l’expertise dont elles ont bes…
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Hybrid
Database Application Developer - NETE Weir Canada Inc., Weir Marine Engineering Halifax Hybrid About the role Weir Marine Engineering currently has a challenging opportunity for a Database Application Developer. This per…
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
Missile Systems Analyst – NETE Weir Canada, Inc. Halifax NS Canada Permanent Full-time, Onsite work (CCS26-25) Purpose of Role: Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Missile Systems Analyst with current or f…
Skills: Flight Modeling, Simulation, System Design, Software Algorithms, System Integration Testing
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · On-site
$24/hr–$26/hr
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Skills: Bilingualism, Customer Service, Critical Thinking, Security Screening, Access Control
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Provide specialized legal administrative support and file management for multiple lawyers within the government's law firm. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing litigation files, and coordinating schedules and travel.
Requires a certificate or diploma from a Legal Assistant or Paralegal program and proficiency in automated office environments. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of legal terminology and the ability to handle confidential information under tight deadlines.
Competition # : 49158
Department: Justice
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 01-Jul-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Legal Services Division is the government's law firm, providing a full range of legal advice and services to support government operations and help government achieve its corporate priorities. With a staff of more than 160 lawyers, paralegals, researchers and administrative professionals, the Division is one of the largest law offices in the Province.
For more information on the Department of Justice Legal Services please visit our website: https://novascotia.ca/just/Legal_Serhttps://novascotia.ca/just/Legal_Services/vices/
Under general supervision from the Legal Services Supervisor, as the Legal Services Technician 1-2 you will provide high quality, specialized legal administrative assistance, and file management support under the direction of two or more lawyers. You will utilize strong secretarial/administrative skills, knowledge of legal terminology and specialized procedures pertaining to certain areas of law. You will perform effectively under the pressures and strain of inflexible deadlines in a highly confidential office setting under minimal supervision.
You will be responsible for creating, tracking, and managing litigation files. The opportunity requires you to be able to adapt to shifting priorities, balance your efforts between providing legal assistance and administrative support, respond in a timely and appropriate manner to inquiries and to be organized in your day to day file management.
Legal Assistance / Support to Lawyers
Secretarial / Administrative Support
Responding to Inquiries and File Management
As our successful candidate, you will possess a certificate/diploma from a Legal Assistant or Paralegal program.
You have experience and competency in an automated environment, with proficient and accurate typing, dicta typing, MS Word, and data entry skills. You have knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation, as well as excellent research, analytical and organizational skills. Your excellent communication skills, both written and oral, give you the ability to deal with clients, lawyers and co-workers in a fair, caring, and impartial manner communicating in a clear and concise manner while maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.
Assets include:
We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
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.
This competition is to fill a Term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of January 28, 2028, and based in Halifax, NS. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
This position offers an option for flexible work arrangements.
Pay Grade: TE 13 - TE 19
Salary Range: $1,719.61 - $2,495.64 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.
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].
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.
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
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