Nutritional Services Manager

Nova Scotia
CA - Nova Scotia - Dartmouth
November 19, 2024
IT

Union Status:
Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date:
11-Nov-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:
59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Correctional Services Division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for incarcerated adults and youth. Within the Correctional Services' core business area, there are two programs:
Community Corrections and correctional facilities.

About Our Opportunity

The Nutritional Services Manager will be a Registered Dietician, responsible for the coordination of the nutritional needs of Correctional Services and IWK/NS Health Forensics populations by establishing priorities, menus, and policies which meet the nutritional needs of individuals in custody. Accountable for procurement, nutritional support, maintenance, and security of fixed and consumable inventory. Responsible for attendance and performance management of employees. The Nutritional Services Manager is responsible for kitchen operation at the Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility in Dartmouth and provides advice to the Nova Scotia Youth Centre in Waterville.

Primary Accountabilities

Ensuring a comprehensive menu plan that provides healthy eating for persons in custody, forensic patients, outside agencies within Justice, and staff.
Accountable for the efficient fiscal operation of nutritional services including all purchasing, budget preparation, forecasting, and inventory control.
Hiring and training staff, preparation of performance appraisals, succession planning, interpreting the Collective Agreement, assists in resolving employee complaints and or grievances, and attendance management.
Ensures that nutrition services are kept in a clean, orderly manner and that all government equipment is in good repair.
The Nutritional Services Manager is a provincial resource for other facilities when advice is sought regarding equipment, menus, hiring and processes.
Create and maintain the schedule of full-time and relief staff as well as Return to Work and Absence Management.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this opportunity, you must be a Registered Dietician and hold post-secondary studies in a related field in addition to several years of directly related experience. This position requires an overall knowledge of the dietary/nutritional needs of a diverse adult and youth population. Extensive training and leadership experience are essential requirements to ensure meals are provided in a cost-effective and timely manner. Strong communication skills are required to deal with a variety of staff and outside agencies.

You are a highly motivated self-starter.
You have the ability to develop human-centred solutions to administrative process problems.
You possess exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
You have a strong attention to detail.
You balance priorities, meet deadlines, and achieve specific outcomes.
The ability to manage challenging/emotional situations in a correctional environment.

Competencies required for this vacancy:
Analytical Thinking, Action Management, Team Leadership, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering & Relationship Building, Intercultural & Diversity Proficiency.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Working Conditions

The position is responsible for kitchen operations at the Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility in Dartmouth and provides advice to the Nova Scotia Youth Centre in Waterville.

Additional Information

The facilities are a 24-hour operation and are a tobacco-free environment. Employment is contingent on successful completion of appropriate background checks.

What We Offer

Career development with access to career guidance and ongoing training.
Engaging workplace where employees feel valued and respected.
Countless career paths.
A dynamic, client-focused office environment.

Pay Grade:
EC 10

Salary Range:
$3,047.22 - $3,809.04 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve.

Current government employees may access this posting through the link below.

PLEASE NOTE:
Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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