Information Technology Supervisor - Permanent 2025 (88263)(3) at Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP

Hebron, Nova Scotia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Problem Solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Technical Guidance, Mentorship, Leadership, Software Development, System Development, Programming, Database Management, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Educational Systems Design, Cross-Cultural Understanding, Attention to Detail

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS - CLICK HERE TO APPLY Tri-County Regional Centre for Education The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education (TCRCE) encompasses the three (3) Counties of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby serving approximately 6100 students in twenty-two (22) schools, composed of 13 Elementary Schools, 6 High Schools, 1 Middle School, and 2 Elementary/High Schools. Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African descent/ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the position application. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS (mm,dd,yyyy): at 11:59pm. Effective Dates (mm,dd,yyyy): 09/02/2025 Position Type: Permanent Position: Information Technology Supervisor Reports to: Coordinator of Technology Services Location: Hebron Operations Building, Hebron, NS The Information Technology Supervisor is responsible for developing and maintaining robust systems, as well as providing supervisory support for regional initiatives and technical staff. This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead projects, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate has strong technical and software development expertise, project management skills, and the ability to effectively lead and support a team. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent education / work experience); Proven experience in system development and maintenance, with a strong understanding of software development methodologies and best practices; Solid programming skills in multiple languages (such as Java, C#, Python, PHP etc.) and experience with databases and SQL; Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools; Competencies Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and supervise regional projects and teams effectively; Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues; Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders; Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively; Proactive, self-motivated, and results oriented; Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, technical guidance, mentorship, direction and support to a team; Strong leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate a team; The ability to apply knowledge and experience with current and emerging technologies as they relate to the needs of the schools within the Tri-County Regional Centre for Education (i.e. Inter/intranet technologies, LAN/WAN technologies, etc.); The ability to apply knowledge and competence in educational systems design, project management, data security, and administrative procedures; Strong inter-personal, oral and written communication skills; The ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of race relations, cross-cultural understanding and human rights; The ability to promote and maintain confidentiality as the norm; The desire and ability to engage in continuing education and professional development; Strong attention to detail; Ability to work under pressure with deadlines; Characteristics A team player who while in a leadership role, models a strong work ethic, acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and has a professional, relational, and collaborative work style; Strong interpersonal skills to establish professional working relationship with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures; Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of leadership, management, school staff, colleagues and provincial counterparts; Ability to maintain confidentiality in all issues related to student, families and school; Demonstrated ability to value the voice and contribution of others while remaining open to corrective feedback; High degree of Initiative; Accountabilities The Information Technology Supervisor shall perform the following tasks under the direction of the Coordinator of Technology Services. These tasks may vary from time to time with the evolution of the organization: Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, and partners; Develop and maintain reliable and scalable systems, applications, and software solutions to meet business requirements; Lead regional projects, including coordinating with stakeholders, gathering requirements, creating project plans, and ensuring timely and successful project delivery; Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to the technical staff, ensuring their growth and professional development; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, timelines, and resource requirements; Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security protocols; Stay updated on emerging technologies, programming languages, and industry trends to drive innovation and suggest improvements to existing systems and processes; Support the implementation and integration of third-party systems or applications, ensuring seamless functionality and optimal performance; Analyze complex technical issues and provide efficient and effective solutions; Train and onboard new technical staff, providing them with the necessary tools and resources for success; Monitor and track project progress, ensuring projects are completed within budget, scope, and timeline; Supervise the completion of day-to-day technical issues for schools and offices; Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any performance-related issues for the technical staff; Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Technology Services. The salary for this role is band 8 as outlined within the terms and conditions of employment in accordance with the Education Entities Non-Union Compensation Framework. For additional details, the framework can be found here. TO APPLY: Complete the online profile/resume - you can attach a resume to your profile, security checks, and reference letters if applicable. In the profile ensure you fill in all areas with a red asterisk * to avoid errors even if it doesn't pertain to your application. Ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certificates. Ensure to upload all post secondary education diploma/certificates. (Please note: Three (3) references from Immediate Supervisors required - failure to include your references will cause delay in processing your application, also you should include email addresses for your references, this will speed up the process, ensure they know to check their junk/spam folders). Once You've Applied: Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. A notification email will be sent when the position has been filled. Ensure to check your junk/spam folders. SECURITY CHECKS: The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education requires that all newly hired employees provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current security checks less than 3 months old you can attach these checks to your profile / resume, otherwise, you will receive instructions once a decision has been made on your application. For more information about the TCRCE visit our website at https://www.tcrce.ca/

Responsibilities

The Information Technology Supervisor is responsible for developing and maintaining robust systems, providing supervisory support for regional initiatives and technical staff. This position will lead projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions.