Applications Sought for Adjudicative and Non-Adjudicative Boards
Nova Scotians who are interested in serving the public can now apply for positions on the province's 165 agencies, boards and commissions.
The province launched its spring recruitment campaign today, April 5, to get more people to play an active role.
"It's an important role for Nova Scotians who want to make a difference in their province and I commend people for volunteering their time and expertise to make government work even better," said Marilyn More, Minister of the Voluntary Sector.
Adjudicative agencies, boards and commissions involve a variety of roles and interests and have quasi-judicial functions. They review evidence, make findings of fact and law, and make decisions affecting the liberty, security or legal rights of people. Members must apply legal, sound professional and technical principles for decisions. Examples include the Farm Practice Board, Review Board under the Criminal Code and the Tuition Appeal Board.
Non-adjudicative agencies, boards and commissions make decisions or recommendations to government on financial, regulatory, business or policy matters.
Their work has far-reaching implications for Nova Scotians in many areas including youth services, health authority boards and licensing boards.
"I enjoy working with the dedicated people who make up the council," said Carol Versteeg, of Hardwood Lands, Hants Co., a member of the Natural Products Marketing Council. "We deal with many different agricultural commodities and are continually learning. Together, we strive to make agriculture a strong economic industry for our province."
Applicants are assessed on skills and qualifications, and the needs of the individual agency, board or commission.
Applications for non-adjudicative agencies, boards and commissions are welcome anytime, with assessment of applications to begin May 18. The application deadline for adjudicative agencies, boards and commissions is May 25.
Applications are considered for both present vacancies and openings that arise over the coming year. As a result, it can take considerable time to process applications. Applicants can contact the Executive Council Office at 902-424-4877 or toll free at 1-866-206-6844 if they have questions about the process.
The province has an Employment Equity Policy and welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities and women. People are encouraged to self-identify on applications, covering letters or resumes.
For more information on board position profiles, current opportunities and how to apply, visit www.gov.ns.ca/exec_council/abc/current-opportunities.asp