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Public Sector Transformation (Fire Services Modernization) Jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada at Joblinxsapp
Title: Public Sector Transformation (Fire Services Modernization)
Company: Joblinxsapp
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Title: Senior Consultant – Public Sector Transformation (Fire Services Modernization)
Requisition #: RQ00573
Client: Government of Nova Scotia – Department of Emergency Management (DEM)
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Hybrid/Onsite as required)
Contract Duration: May 25, 2026 – July 30, 2026
Service Category: Managed Business Services (MBS)
Role Overview
The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Senior Consultant / Consulting Team to lead a strategic initiative to review and modernize the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) as it transitions under the newly established Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC).
This engagement focuses on public sector transformation, operational efficiency, governance alignment, and modernization of fire safety inspection and compliance systems. The consultant will deliver both project management and subject matter expertise across organizational review, process optimization, and implementation planning.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Leadership & Governance
- Lead end-to-end delivery of the engagement within defined timelines and budget
- Develop a detailed project workplan, milestones, and resource allocation
- Provide bi-weekly progress reports and stakeholder updates
- Collaborate closely with DEM’s Fire Modernization Project Team
- Ensure compliance with Flextrack MSA terms and conditions
2. Current-State Assessment
- Conduct comprehensive review of:
- OFM programs and services
- Organizational structure and governance
- Internal workflows and operational processes
- Analyze workload distribution and service effectiveness across:
- Fire safety enforcement & investigations
- Fire code administration
- Training & public education
- Data, reporting, and policy support
3. Strategic Alignment & Transformation
- Map OFM functions to the Fire Commissioner’s statutory mandate (SFPSA)
- Identify gaps, overlaps, and opportunities for improved accountability
- Recommend governance and structural alignment strategies
4. Process Optimization & Efficiency
- Evaluate workflows for inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and role ambiguity
- Deliver process improvement recommendations, including:
- Role clarity and accountability
- Standardization and service delivery models
- Organizational restructuring within existing resources
5. Modernization & Implementation Planning
- Develop a phased implementation roadmap aligned with the OFC 3-year workplan
- Provide recommendations for:
- Inspection modernization (frequency, consistency, compliance)
- Data management improvements
- Readiness for Fire Records Management System
- Create resource-neutral optimization strategies and sequencing plans
6. Executive Reporting
- Prepare:
- Executive briefing materials
- Final project close-out report
- Implementation and transformation roadmap
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications (Strict Requirements)
Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in:
- Large-scale public sector transformation projects
- Organizational design, service modernization, or policy-driven programs
- Proven experience in:
- Business process improvement initiatives within large public sector organizations
- Program and service design
- Legislative and regulatory analysis
- Governance frameworks and multi-stakeholder environments
Certifications (MANDATORY)
- At least one resource with Change Management Certification
(e.g., PROSCI or equivalent)
- At least one resource with Continuous Improvement Certification
(e.g., Lean Six Sigma – Green/Black Belt)
Technical & Functional Expertise
- Strong expertise in:
- Organizational and HR reviews / audits
- Process mapping and workflow optimization
- Data visualization and service design tools
- Demonstrated experience leveraging technology for public sector modernization
Project & Leadership Skills
- Proven ability to:
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder engagements
- Deliver projects on time and within budget
- Manage cross-functional teams and government stakeholders
- Strong communication and executive presentation skills
Mandatory Team Composition Requirements
The proposed team must include:
- Senior Project Manager / Transformation Lead
- Business Process Improvement Specialist
- Data Mapping / Visualization Expert
- Change Management Specialist (Certified)
- Continuous Improvement Specialist (Lean Six Sigma Certified)
Additional Requirements
- Minimum 2 references for similar projects completed in the last 3 years
- Ability to provide:
- Resource resumes
- Defined roles and responsibilities
- Experience supporting government office setup or transformation initiatives
Preferred / Asset Qualifications
- Experience in:
- Fire services, fire prevention, or emergency management
- Municipal or provincial government programs
- Familiarity with:
- Atlantic Canada public sector ecosystem
- Public safety governance models
- Experience with:
- Inspection frameworks
- Compliance systems
- Risk-based oversight models
Deliverables
- Project Workplan & Budget
- Current-State Assessment Report
- Alignment Matrix (OFC vs OFM functions)
- Process Optimization Recommendations
- Modernization & Implementation Plan
- Resource Optimization & Sequencing Plan
- Executive Briefings
- Final Close-Out Report
Success Criteria
- Clear alignment of OFM operations with OFC mandate
- Improved efficiency and role clarity
- Actionable and resource-feasible implementation roadmap
- Enhanced public safety outcomes through modernization
