Assistant Deputy Minister
Permanent (OPEN)
Policy, Strategic Planning and Project Management Office
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Fredericton, NB

At the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD),
we are dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission.

The opportunity:
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission. The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is seeking an Assistant Deputy Minister for the Policy, Strategic Planning and Project Management Office (Division) in Fredericton, NB.

Who you are:
You are a natural born leader who has a desire to contribute to the mission of the Public Education System of New Brunswick. You are a solution-focused individual who demonstrates initiative and resiliency. You possess strong interpersonal skills, execution capabilities, communication skills, and ability to think on your feet.

What you will do:
As a valued member of senior management and reporting to the two Deputy Ministers of Education and Early Childhood Development, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning future strategic directions of the Department, ensuring that the Department has an appropriate legislative and policy framework in place and also ensuring the Minister and Deputy Ministers of Education and Early Childhood Development have sound research and data on which to base decision making.

The successful candidate will manage, and direct staff organized into three branches:
Policy & Legislative Affairs, Corporate Data Management, and Strategic Alignment/Project Management Office.

They will be accountable for ensuring that key Education and Early Childhood Development partners, stakeholders and the general public have appropriate opportunities for input to departmental initiatives, policy and legislation. As a member of the senior management team, they will also play a key role in ensuring the department is a high-performing organization.

The successful candidate will act as the New Brunswick advisor on Education and Early Childhood Development issues, and have overall responsibility for the administration of privacy, right to information, and public interest disclosure legislation. They will also provide advice and interpretation of legislation and policy to Superintendents and District Education Councils.

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:

Need to have:

• Master Degree in Public Administration or Master's Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in leadership roles. A significant experience in managing people, process improvement, project management, business/systems analysis and developing policy and legislation.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have completed formal training in change management, project management, strategic planning and execution, law (government functions, constitutional), leadership and government operations.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience in a field such as law, leadership, innovation may be considered.

The position requires superior oral proficiency in English and French. Please state your linguistic proficiency. Please confirm in your application your preferred official language for the purpose of interview and assessment.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of the Official Language in Education Protocol.

Competencies:

• Strategic Leadership and Execution
• People Leadership
• Planning and Results Orientation
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

Technical Competencies:

• Knowledge of Applicable Legislation and Government Policies/Procedures
• Knowledge of Research Methodologies, Principles and Practices
• Written Communication
• Knowledge of Policy Development Processes
• Planning and Organizing

Wage:
Pay Band 10 : $129,766 to $142,740 annually.

Work environment:

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton.
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• 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.
• 1.25 days/month of paid sick leave.

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 online at www.ere.gnb.ca or by email at [email protected] by March 9, 2025, indicating competition number 24-2000-018. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resource Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5H1

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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