Province of Nova Scotia
Job Description
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Overall Purpose
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Key Responsibilities (4-7)
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Contacts (Typical)
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Innovation
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Decision Making
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Impact of Results
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Dimensions (Approximate)
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Working Conditions
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APhysical Environment
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BPhysical Effort
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CSensory Attention
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DMental Pressures
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May perform other related duties as assigned.
Verification:
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Please complete the Verification section electronically.
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Job Description Template – 2015-09-24 (v2.0)
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