Competition # : 45459
Department: Education & Early Childhood Development
Location: DARTMOUTH
Type of Employment: Casual
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 27-Mar-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.
The Nova Scotia School Book Bureau is responsible for the acquisition and distribution of learning resources and related products to support teaching and learning and to ensure availability in a cost-effective manner to Nova Scotia schools.
You would provide administrative support to the Nova Scotia School Book Bureau. You would be responsible for providing extensive data entry accurately into various systems, including a specialized financial, inventory database within specific timeframes. Responsible for creating various documents, maintain accurate filing system and assist with distributions. Provide professional client service with internal and external clients in the administration of our operations. You may perform other related duties as assigned. Any exposure to financial, operational, and/or personal information is to remain confidential.
To be considered for this opportunity, you are currently a student enrolled in a post-secondary institution, available to work in the summer of 2025 and are returning to school in the Fall of 2025.
To be successful in this role, you also have:
-The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and quickly grasp new processes
-Customer service, strong communication (written/oral) and interpersonal skills
-Computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Suite particularly Word, Excel and Outlook, and experience with databases, and internet
-The ability to work well in a team environment, as well as independently
-Problem solving skills and good judgement
-Keen attention to detail
-Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
-Strong organizational skills
-The ability to maintain alpha/numerical filing systems
-This position requires lifting up to 40lbs, sometimes repeatedly, as well as active movement for extended periods of time.
The following would be viewed as assets:
-Experience in extensive data entry with high degree of accuracy
-Experience with SYSPRO would be an asset
-Experience with office equipment; photocopier, scanner, fax machine
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: standardized test(s), interview(s), physical skills test and reference checks.
-Busy, open office environment with an adjoining warehouse,
-Considerable time spent sitting at workstation on the phone and computer either accessing or entering information.
-Visual demands would be those associated with reading and data entry.
-This position requires lifting up to 40lbs, sometimes repeatedly, as well as active movement for extended periods of time.
Please note, this is a casual summer student opportunity with a projected start date of May 4, 2025, and a projected end date of August 31, 2025.
· Work will be conducted at our office in Dartmouth, NS
· Hours of work are from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays
· Business Casual work attire.
A supportive and respectful work environment, where our employees feel valued and respected in a scent-free workplace.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $18.22 - $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!
Email: competitions@novascotia.ca