Certification Coordinator

Certification Coordinator
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
One (1) Year Contract with the possibility of extension
Open Competition
Fredericton

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Who we are:

The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

The Government of New Brunswick has increased its recruitment efforts in the field of education to address needs in the sector, particularly with respect to recruiting French-speaking teachers.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is seeking an individual to fill the position of Coordinator in certification with the Policy, Strategic Planning & Project Management Office division in Fredericton.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Registrar of the Teacher Certification, the successful candidate will contribute to the certification process for French applicants coming from abroad.

You will be responsible for analyzing application files, making certification decisions, and providing guidance and support to candidates who require additional education or training to obtain certification. Key responsibilities include:

• Participating in the development of guides, forms and documentation for internationally educated teachers.
• Coordinate requests for provisional certification from teachers recruited by school districts (Policy 612).
• Guide candidates through the steps required to fully meet the requirements for provisional certification (courses, practicum placements, or other qualifications).
• Collaborate with the provincial recruitment team and French school districts to support the recruitment of internationally educated teachers.
• Coordinating the certification of internationally educated applicants who apply under the Canadian labour mobility agreement (Canadian Free Trade Agreement).
• Analyze certification applications from internationally educated candidates using evaluation reports and the standard assessment framework.
• Recommend qualifying pathways (courses, practicum placements, or other qualifications) for candidates whose application for certification has been denied.
• Analyze requests for partial exemptions from practicum requirements and recommend alternative measures to the Registrar.
• Analyze teacher certification requirements in various countries, determine the extent to which they align with New Brunswick certification requirements, and make recommendations to the Registrar.

Who you are:

The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal and listening skills, as well as sensitivity to the realities faced by immigrants. They demonstrate sound analytical thinking, good judgment, and problem-solving abilities to assess applications and support candidates throughout the certification process. Excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple files simultaneously are also essential.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Required Competencies:

• Bachelor`s degree in business administration, communications, public administration, or a related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in French is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of the teacher certification process and the New Brunswick education system.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking and Judgment
• Flexibility
• Client Service Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Technical Competencies:

• Ability to learn quickly, absorb new information, and adapt to new processes and changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:

$2,756 -$ 3,324 bi-weekly (EPO 2 - Education Program Officer)

Work environment:

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
• 1.25 days/month of paid sick time.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply:

We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by November 8, 2026, indicating competition number 26-2000-C31. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resources Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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