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Administrative Support - Application Services

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Hybrid remote
$46,579 - $54,798 / year
Temporary
Experienced

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans

Administrative Support - Application Services

Position Summary

The Administrative Support - Application Services serves as the front-line contact for the NSCSW office, supporting general administrative operations to achieve the organization's goals, vision, and mission. This role provides primary administrative and logistical support to staff, the NSCSW Council, and committees.

Employment Equity

NSCSW values equity and strives to reflect the diverse identities of Nova Scotians. Applicants from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to self-identify in their application.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare registration materials for review and approval by the Associate Registrar.
  • Ensure accurate and timely meeting minutes for the Board of Examiners.
  • Process registration verifications for members applying in other jurisdictions.
  • Manage general office operations, including file maintenance, IT coordination, and supply inventory.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director/Registrar.

Compensation

Salary Range: $46,578.54 - $54,798.28 (based on a 35-hour work week). This is a temporary FTE position with the possibility of extension. NSCSW offers a defined pension plan through NSHEPP and competitive extended health benefits.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position, with 40% of the work eligible to be completed from home.

Knowledge & Experience

  • High school diploma and recognized secretarial/office administration diploma.
  • Minimum 3 years of related administrative experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS operating systems, Zoom, and Office 365.
  • Experience in a confidential, fast-paced environment.

Competencies

  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
  • Professional judgment and flexibility in problem-solving.
  • Proficient in minute-taking and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

Qualities

  • Professional, collaborative, and team-focused.
  • Positive, detail-oriented, and adaptable under pressure.
  • Strong initiative and problem-solving skills.

Application

Submit your resume and cover letter to Alec Stratford, Executive Director/Registrar, at [email protected] by March 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Location: Suite 700, 1888 Brunswick St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3J8

Phone: (902) 429-7799 | Fax: (902) 429-7650

www.nscsw.org

Company Website: https://nscsw.org/
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About Nova Scotia College of Social Workers

About Nova Scotia College of Social Workers

The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers exists to serve and protect Nova Scotians by effectively regulating the profession of social work. The NSCSW establishes, maintains, and regulates standards of professional practice. Our role is to ensure that Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive social work services. The NSCSW believes the people of Nova Scotia are entitled to receive the highest caliber of care from their social workers. To ensure this we provide membership services to support Registered Social Workers in maintaining the highest standards of professional competency, enabling participation in a broader provincial social work community.

We engage with members, Government, employers, community groups, and citizens to build a stronger social work community, and to advance the social work profession in Nova Scotia. We believe Social workers provide an essential service to support Nova Scotians lead healthier, happier lives. The NSCSW engages with Nova Scotia's social work community in advocating for Improvement to social policies, programs, and social justice.

We provide responsive, accountable leadership to ensure the highest standards of social work for Nova Scotians. We work in solidarity with Nova Scotians to advocate for policies that improve social conditions, challenge injustice and value diversity.

Our Values

Our work is grounded in integrity and professionalism which calls on us to be:

Respectful

The College is respectful of the inherent dignity of every individual, and strives for cultural humility and social change.

Accessible

The NSCSW provides communication and services that are accessible province-wide for members, stakeholders, and the public.

Ethical

The NSCSW follows the established national code of ethics that adheres to the values of the social work profession.

Progressive

The NSCSW is proactive in reflecting the values of social work, and supports innovation through education, research, and transformative community engagement, for the sake of social justice.