Director of Product (RMV Modernization)

Salary Range: $4,461.45 - $5,576.81 Bi-Weekly / $115,997.70 - $144,997.06 Annually (EC 14)

Position Status: Term Full-Time, (2 year) (35 hours a week)

Benefits: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Family Leave, Health, Dental, and Defined Benefits Pension

Location: HALIFAX

Department: Cyber Security & Digital Solutions

Classification: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date: 2/10/2025 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Our Team:

Are you passionate about driving efficiency and excellence in citizen services? The RMV Modernization Team (RMVMT) is at the forefront of redefining service delivery for the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV).

As the Director of Product, you will be part of a leadership team who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of driver and vehicle services in Nova Scotia. You will work closely with workstream product leads and the executive team to advance modernization design and delivery initiatives.

Join us in shaping the future of government service delivery. Apply now to become a key player in the RMV Modernization journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the RMVMT, the Director of Product is part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the delivery of modern services for the Registry of Motor Vehicles.
• Providing senior leadership and oversight for the life cycle of RMVMT product development from idea to launch.
• Creating and executing product strategies, managing product teams and ensuring the product meets the needs and expectations of partners, clients and Nova Scotians.
• Providing oversight to several workstreams and in collaboration with the Director of Service the Director of Product will generate work plans helping to develop the vision and goals and delivery of products that align with overall objectives of RMV Modernization.
• Acting as liaison between business partners, communicates product goals and progress with partners and senior leadership and works with Director of Service and Director of Technology to establish metrics and monitoring tools for product success.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with internal staff from multiple departments including external vendor contracted resources.
• The successful candidate will be expected to perform all activities as proposed to achieve the expected outcomes.
• The successful candidate will work as part of the RMV Modernization Senior Leadership Team and report to the Executive Director for RMV Modernization.
• The successful candidate will provide guidance on the province’s digital delivery best practices, standards, and support internal navigation needs.

Qualifications and Experience

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent written, oral communications and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and management skills.
• Skills in consultation, team building, process facilitation, business relationships and group leadership.
• Ability to develop and deliver modernization outcomes, improving solutions and technologies to optimize business systems.
• This job may include other assignment-specific requirements (ex: French language, drivers license, membership in an employment equity group or security screening, etc.)

Education & Experience

• You have completed a related bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• You have at least 5 years of related experience in product delivery and/or management in a project setting.
• Strong organizational and management skills to prioritize and direct work under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and ability to apply an anti-racist, equity lens to policy development.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook (or equivalent).
• We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience.

Additional Information

This is a term, full-time vacancy with an anticipated end date of March 31, 2028.

At the CSDS with the Government of Nova Scotia, we are committed to providing a fulfilling work environment with numerous benefits and opportunities:

• Work-Life Balance: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 35-hour work week.
• Secure Your Future: Access a defined benefits pension plan for a stable retirement.
• Annual Leave & Holidays: Start with 3 weeks (15 days) of annual vacation.
• Supportive Leadership: Our leadership prioritizes flexibility, communication, and enabling your success.
• Employee and Family Support: Access our Employee and Family Assistance Programs for comprehensive resources and guidance.
• Growth & Development: Explore career paths in specialized areas like digital service design, cybersecurity, and more.
• Lifelong Learning: Expand your skills with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Join the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions and experience the benefits of a fulfilling career.

Pay Grade: EC 14

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CSDS:

At the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS), we strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the citizens we serve. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in under-represented roles.

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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.