2627-164 - Achieve Program Coordinator (PS2) - Pictou Campus

Professional Support

Achieve Program Coordinator (PS2)

Pictou Campus

Stellarton, Nova Scotia

School of Access, Education and Language

Term, Full-Time Position: Commencing approximately September 28, 2026, and ending approximately August 13, 2027

Application deadline is September 1, 2026

Competition No. 2627-164

The salary scale for Professional Support is based on steps that range from $70,228.25 - $87,849.46. Professional Support may receive up to seven steps for relevant occupational experience which is $76,947.98.

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is an undergraduate degree in social services or a related discipline. Experience and/or certification in adult education would be considered an asset. Certification as a Career Development Practitioner would be considered an asset.

• You have a minimum of three (3) years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience. Your occupational experience includes demonstrated experience supporting persons with disabilities, those who are neurodiverse and/or deaf.

• Demonstrated experience working with inclusion, diversity, equity & accessibility.

• Demonstrated experience in leadership and promoting team environments.

• Demonstrated commitment to using a person-directed, neurodiversity affirming and culturally responsive approach to working with persons with disabilities.

• Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, assistive technologies.

• 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 support of an exceptional student experience.

• You have experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.

• Demonstrated skills in facilitating small to mid-sized groups.

• You are known for your superior customer services skills and are able to create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.

• Your superb team building skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.

• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in enhancing educational opportunities, independent living, social skills, and related community-based opportunities for persons with disabilities.

• You are familiar with community supports and resources.

• Demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills and can handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Demonstrated practice of promoting collaboration and respectful relationships.

• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.

• You are a strong communicator.

• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to program promotion, community building, and admissions processes.

• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to data-driven reports and program evaluation.

• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence.

• You are dedicated to life-long learning.

• You show a strong commitment to community involvement.

• You possess strong facilitation and classroom management skills and strategies.

• You have familiarity and experience with liaising with schools and Regional Centres for Education.

As a condition of employment, Professional Support employees at NSCC must complete a part-time adult education program delivered by NSCC. This adult education program is a significant investment on the part of NSCC in the learning and development of new employees. To achieve regular status; all probationary, full or part-time Professional Support employees of the College must successfully complete the program within their probationary period. Term full-time Professional Support employees whose term appointment is twelve or more months are also required to participate in this program.

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.