AddressSenior Project Manager
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Security and Emergencies Division
Personal Services Contract
Fredericton
Open Competition
Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.
The Security and Emergencies Division is responsible for coordination amongst different levels of government and the private sector to improve prevention, preparedness, and response capabilities in New Brunswick for deliberate, accidental or natural events, including 911 services, emergency management and recovery programs, building community capacity and resiliency, security, and critical infrastructure.
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking a motivated individual to join the Security and Emergencies Division as a Senior Project Manger
What you will do
Reporting to the Project coordinator for the Security and Emergencies Division, you will be responsible and accountable for the planning, execution, and finalization of projects of varying degrees of complexity and strategic importance to the organization according to agreed parameters.
The Project Manager will work closely with the Branch directors and managers on any projects that may impact program delivery. In particular, the Project Manager will facilitate the delivery of projects in support for all Branches. The Project Manager will be required to effectively communicate with the ADM, Directors and Managers on issues that may affect the successful delivery of the projects they have been assigned to.
Duties will include:
- Defining project scopes, goals, requirements and deliverables
- Acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors
- Delivering project objectives and overseeing quality control
- Directing and managing project development
- Developing full-scale project plans and effectively communicating project expectations
- Liaising with project stakeholders
- Drafting and submitting budget proposals and recommending budget changes
- Managing project resources and delegating tasks and responsibilities
- Setting and managing project expectations
- Planning, scheduling and tracking project timelines, milestones and deliverables
- Developing and delivering progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations
- Delivering status reports, analyzing results and troubleshooting problem areas
- Managing changes in project scope, identifying potential crises and devising contingency plans
- Building, developing and growing business relationships vital to the success of projects
Work environment
- Office location: Victoria Heath Centre, 65 Brunswick Street, Fredericton NB
- Office layout: Offices and Cubicles
- Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
- We promote a scent-reduced environment.
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:
- Client Service Orientation
- Effective Interactive Communications
- Relationship/ Network Building
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Awareness
- Results Orientation
- Strategic Thinking
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Technical Competencies:
- Project Management
- Planning and Organizing Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Written Communication
- Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
Need to have
- University degree in a relevant discipline
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience in project management
Subject to the response to this competition, an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered, or the required years of experience may be increased.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check.
Written and spoken competence in English is required, please state your language capability
Nice to Have
- Experience managing projects across multiple organizations or functional areas
- Experience in the management of IT initiatives within a high-pressure environment
- Experience in a government and/or healthcare setting
- Certification in Scrum/Agile Framework
- Certification in Change Management
Candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.
Wage
Pay band 6: 2,790 - 3,712 bi-weekly (depending on education and experience)
What can GNB offer you?
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
- 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
- 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.
How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at of [email protected] by February 6, 2024 indicating competition number R78-2023-24-1153.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Programand veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.
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