Casual Position - Program Assistant (TS10) - Ivany Campus
Nova Scotia Community College - 8 Jobs
Dartmouth, NS
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Operational Support
Program Assistant 2 (TS10)
Education
Ivany Campus
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Institute of Skilled Trades
Casual Position (35 hours per week): Commencing as soon as possible, and ending approximately December 21, 2026, with the possibility of extension
Application deadline is 11:59PM, September 16, 2026
Hourly Rate: $28.16 - $33.07
- Reporting to the Academic Chair, Institute of Skilled Trades, and under the direct supervision of the Carpentry and Electrical program Faculty, you will provide laboratory/shop, program and administrative support.
- You will maintain the laboratory/shop by managing the lab/shop environment, media and/or equipment preparation, and maintenance of the inventory system for lab/shop supplies. Additionally, you will assist with lab/shop demonstrations; provide administrative preparation for the lab/shop, assist with technology needs, including computers; and work with students, Faculty and staff in a laboratory/shop setting.
- You will also assist in classroom and lab/shop demonstrations and prepare projects and mock-ups in advance of the need.
- You will assist Faculty with the safe operation of tools and equipment and safe work practices.
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:
- The minimum educational qualification for this position is a relevant post-secondary diploma or certification in a Red Seal Trade.
- In addition, you possess training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations as well as Standard First Aid, CPR and discipline relevant safety training or you have a willingness to obtain.
- You have a minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in the trades.
- You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Brightspace or other Learning Management Systems would be considered an asset.
- You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work
- Experience in training/facilitation preparation, delivery and evaluation would be considered an asset.
- Experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students would be considered an asset.
Relevant Skills and Knowledge:
- You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism.
- You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization.
- You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
- Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
- You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- You are a strong communicator.
- You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to safety.
- You have proven records and information management skills and abilities.
- You have strong project management skills.
- You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence.
- You are dedicated to life-long learning.
- You show a strong commitment to community involvement.
Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.
NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR & Talent Consultant at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.
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