Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation

Who we are

The work we do matters.

Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation (NS Pension) is a growing non-profit corporation dedicated to a wide range of investment, pension administration, and compliance services for two of Nova Scotia's leading pension plans. In total, we manage over $13.5 billion in plan assets and serve more than 80,000 members, retirees, and survivors.

We administer the pension benefits and investment assets of the Public Service Superannuation Plan and the Teachers' Pension Plan and administer the pension benefits of the Members' Retiring Allowances and the three former Sydney Steel pension plans.

Our culture

We take pride in our culture as it defines who we are, and shapes what we aspire to be.

Our Vision

To strengthen the retirement future of Nova Scotians.

Our Mission

To provide outstanding pension services.

Our Values

Commitment: to provide the highest quality service
Trust: to act with integrity and to make sound decisions
Respect: to show consideration to our members and our colleagues
Expertise: to build and retain a diverse and talented team
Collaboration: to build mutually beneficial relationships

Learn more about us at nspension.ca

What we offer

NS Pension offers meaningful, purpose-driven work, a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to integrate work and life in a healthy and balanced way. Our total rewards package includes:

- Competitive compensation package

- Defined benefit pension program

- Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits for you and your family

- Health & wellness programming including a comprehensive Employee & Family Assistance Program and an annual Health Spending Account

- Flexible work (flexible working hours, work from home bank)

- Robust professional development policy including tuition reimbursement

- Commitment to diversity and inclusion

- Modern office space located on the Halifax waterfront

- Highly engaged workforce

- Opportunities to give back to the community through fundraising events

- Seasonal events and social occasions

Our premises are within the Purdy's Wharf complex which provides amenities such as an on-site daycare and a gym. Our office is connected to the downtown pedway system and situated on Halifax's beautiful waterfront providing easy access to ferry and bus transit hubs, banks, restaurants, and shopping.

The opportunity

Within the Technology & Infrastructure Services (TIS) division, the Manager, Technology and Infrastructure Projects leads the TIS service transition program, which supports the design and implementation of technology, facilities, and security services within the TIS service portfolio, ensuring alignment with departmental plans and strategies and the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework.

Key responsibilities include successful implementation of the departmental service transition and project management strategy, by managing the core supporting processes, including service design, change and release management, vendor management as well as service validation and testing.

The Manager, TIS Projects focuses on building and maintaining collaborative and productive working relationships with departmental managers and employees, by effectively managing the change and release management processes, through engagement of stakeholders at all key project milestones including the accurate solicitation of both business and technical requirements, working with internal and/or external subject matter experts to develop the design or identification of solutions, validation and testing.

What you need to be successful

• A university degree in a related field including Computer science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology
• A minimum of seven (7) years in progressively responsible roles managing projects and project teams, and a minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience leading a team and managing performance in a service-oriented environment. An acceptable equivalent combination of training, education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience in business analysis and solution design activities, such as requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops, and business process modeling.
• Experience in creating and maintaining project plans and charters.
• Experience developing internal communications and delivering training.
• Experience managing technical and non-technical vendors based on contracts, agreements and service standards.
• Experience working with ITIL standards and processes. Experience with ITSM software solutions and responsibility for service-related KPIs.
• Knowledge of computer and networking concepts such as client-server architecture, web design, database systems, and remote access.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and practices. GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GSEC) or an equivalent certification is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of risk management methodologies is considered an asset.

Job Status: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: March 16, 2025

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees, members and clients feel valued, respected, and a sense of belonging. How you identify is important to us. We encourage you to share your preferred pronouns on your resume. If you are unable or limited in your ability to complete our application, testing or interview process, we can assist you. Please provide the type of accommodation you are requesting in your cover letter or resume.