About Us
At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business and municipality and business in Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to design and deliver programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and the public good through a culture of excellence. Service Nova Scotia’s vision is to be a recognized leader in service and public protection that delivers trusted, accessible, modern programs, and contributes to Nova Scotia as a safe and desirable place to live, work and do business. To learn more about our Department, please click on the following link:
Department of Service Nova Scotia: About us - Government of Nova Scotia
About Our Opportunity
As a Customer Service Representative, Transaction Services, you complete transactions and provide quality service to our individual and business customers.
Primary Accountabilities
Working in a fast paced, continuously evolving service delivery environment, you scrutinize records, process documents, and apply relevant legislation and policy. You also issue primary identity documents such as Driver’s Licenses and Nova Scotia Identification cards. Other key responsibilities include maintaining security/control of public funds and issuing and securing control of serial numbered and non-serial numbered inventory. While exercising a high degree of confidentiality, you accurately enter and retrieve data from automated systems. In your work, you interact with the general public, providing excellent customer service.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this position, you hold a minimum of four years of experience in a fast-paced, front line customer service environment. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You are a flexible team-player with strong customer service skills, and you complete your work with efficiency and accuracy. In addition, you possess the following:
Experience in balancing accounts; Excellent attention to detail; Excellent judgment; Strong communication skills; Demonstrated ability to diplomatically deal with the general public and to effectively manage difficult client engagements; Strong data entry and computer skills; A high aptitude to acquire, retain, organize and apply policies and procedures; Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills. The following would be viewed as assets: knowledge of Service Nova Scotia programs, bilingualism (French and English), the ability to scrutinize and reconcile financial information and to detect and resolve discrepancies, and experience in cash handling.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
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.
Working Conditions
Travel may be required for training and work purposes. Travel expenses will be reimbursed by the employer.
Additional Information
This is a permanent, part-time (40% hours) opportunity (hourly rate: $ - $ per hour ).
What We Offer
Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. Countless Career Paths for Nova Scotians. Department Specific Flexible working schedules. Pay Grade: CL 18
Salary Range: $;- $;Bi-Weekly