Education Program Specialist

Education Program Specialist

Location: The Huntsman Marine Science Centre, St. Andrews, NB

Commitment: Full-time, including some evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays based on activities that will be communicated in advance.

The Huntsman Marine Science Centre is an independent not-for-profit and charity, located near the mouth of the Bay of Fundy in St Andrews, New Brunswick. Our mission is to inspire ocean stewardship through education programming and advance marine science through collaborative research projects. The efforts from this position will build on our highly successful programs that have engaged and inspired more than 80,000 students of all ages since our inception in 1969 (https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/education).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• High School Experiential Field Programs - Deliver marine biology focused field course programs to visiting high school students.
• Public Education - Lead various scheduled Huntsman Marine Experiences™, including Tidal Trek Beach Crab Grab, Walk Between the Tides, and Citizen Scientist Marine Cruise.
• Huntsman Marine Academy™ - Design and deliver day camp programming for our Young Explorer summer programs and Ocean Exploration for Homeschoolers, as well as overnight programs for high school students, such as Ocean S.T.E.A.M.™
• Fundy Discovery Aquarium - Support Education & Outreach department activities, including Fundy Discovery Aquarium interpretation, Lab & Tours for elementary and middle schools, special events, outreach activities, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or diploma in biology, environmental science, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading programs for students.
• Self-motivated, accountable, organized, and flexible.
• Ability to work independently and as a team with a collaborative work style.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness and ability to work indoors or outdoors, rain or shine.
• Must complete a police criminal records check, including vulnerable sector, prior to start date.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Ability to legally work or obtain a Visa to work in Canada.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate in French.
• Strong knowledge of the Bay of Fundy region.
• First Aid certification with CPR is required (support provided).
• Transport Canada MED Domestic Vessel Safety (DVS) certificate.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: The position is a 100% Education & Outreach appointment with the following total compensation package following completion of a standard employment probationary period:

• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits program including:
  • Health and dental care with limited personal Health Spending Account, to cover co-pay amounts or other non-traditional expenses
  • Enhanced paid vacation leave well beyond the required government minimum
  • Four additional annual paid holidays to complement the New Brunswick eight mandatory paid holidays
  • Membership to numerous tourist attractions throughout New Brunswick
  • Voluntary participation in company retirement pension plan
  • 10 days paid annual sick leave
• Limited number of single occupancy affordable shared housing units may be available for use on a first come-first serve basis
• Diverse work activities to build your experience and resume

APPLICATION: Applications are now accepted with the position anticipated to begin in April 2026. Applicants should indicate current citizenship status and work permit status for employment in Canada. Although Canadians and permanent residents to Canada will be given priority, all qualified candidates will be given full consideration. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Send single electronic submission with cover letter, resume and names of three references (including e-mail and telephone number) to:

HR Office
Huntsman Marine Science Centre 1 Lower Campus Road
St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7
Email: [email protected]