Competition # : 44966
Department: Natural Resources & Renewables
Location: TRURO
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 28-Jan-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation, and protection of forests, minerals, parks, and wildlife resources. Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – its biodiversity, forests, and ecosystems are represented throughout the provincial parks and lands we manage. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.
We are recruiting summer students to help our province achieve big things!
Need a summer job but do not want to spend all day behind a desk inside? We are seeking a post-secondary student to assist the Parks and Outreach Division in provincial park management planning initiatives with a focus on biodiversity conservation measures.
As a Parks Planning Student, you will work as part of a passionate team of park professionals and technicians to enhance conservation measures and visitor experiences within Nova Scotia’s provincial park system. You will be involved in researching and compiling data on natural and built features, mapping, identifying trends and issues, and researching conservation and recreation management policy and planning in parks in other jurisdictions. You will assist staff with the preparation of provincial park management plans and policies through data collection and analysis, representation, preparing strategic direction, and documenting plans.
You must be a full-time post-secondary student enrolled in any of the following fields: planning, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, natural sciences, environmental science, outdoor recreation, and returning to studies in the Fall of 2025.
To be successful in this role, you must have strong verbal and written communication and analytical skills as the work requires the preparation of written manuals, technical reports and supporting documents.
You will have strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability. You can work both independently and as part of a team. You will be familiar with software for word processing, presentation, spreadsheet management, illustration, and mapping.
You will assist with a wide range of tasks such as:
The following are considered assets:
We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Some travel throughout the province will be required, visiting different provincial parks. As such, a valid NS Driver’s License (or equivalent) and access to a reliable vehicle is required. Candidates will be required to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
This is a STUDENT employment opportunity with a season start date of April 28, 2025 and end date of August 15, 2025.
Employees are expected to provide their own CSA safety boots.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $15.73 - $29.69 Hourly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.
Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!
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