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HR Competency Framework

An Introduction to the HR Community Competency Framework Portable Document Format (PDF)

Competencies that apply to the entire HR Community to enable HR professionals in government to utilize their skills and knowledge more effectively.

Leadership qualities can be demonstrated by all members of the HR Community.
Strategic Orientation
Strategic Orientation
Strategic Orientation
Strategic Orientation
Development of People
Development of People
Development of People
Development of People
Team Leadership
Team Leadership
Team Leadership
Team Leadership
Impact and Influence
Impact and Influence
Impact and Influence
Impact and Influence
Achievement Orientation
Achievement Orientation
Achievement Orientation
Achievement Orientation
Self Confidence
Self Confidence
Self Confidence
Self Confidence
Self Confidence
Relationship Building
Relationship Building
Relationship Building
Relationship Building
Relationship Building
Decisiveness
Decisiveness
Decisiveness
Decisiveness
Decisiveness
Support
Pay & Benefits Consultans
Developmental
Jr. HR Consultants
Consultant
Generalists & Specialists
Management
Managers & Sr. Consultants
Leadership
Ex. Directors & Directors

  • 3 HR competencies required by all members of the HR Community
  • 8 leadership competencies for MCP employees
  • 3 leadership competencies for AS employees
Effective Interactive Communication implies the ability to transmit and receive information clearly and communicate effectively to others by considering their points of view in order to respond appropriately. It includes using tact and diplomacy in all communications as well as the ability to convey ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a way that brings understanding to the target audience.
Change Leadership is the ability to energize and alert groups to the need for specific changes in the way things are done. People with this competency willingly embrace and champion change. They take advantage of every opportunity to explain their vision of the future to others and gain their buy-in.
Client Orientation involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients. Focuses one’s efforts on discovering and meeting the client’s needs, while balancing against the government’s key business and strategic priorities. Clients may be broadly defined, including internal “customers” or “clients”, as well as the public.