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2526-159 - Program Assistant 2 (TS10) - School of Technology and Environment - Ivany Campus

Nova Scotia Community College

Dartmouth, NS

2526-159 - Program Assistant 2 (TS10) - School of Technology and Environment - Ivany Campus

Nova Scotia Community College

Dartmouth, NS
 
Salary: $46,690.30
 

What you'll do

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Academic Chair of Civil & Building Technologies with functional direction from both Civil Engineering Technology and Oceans Technology program Faculty, you will:

  • Provide support for activities related to the materials testing laboratory, surveying, and Ocean Technology shop, along with program and administrative assistance for the Civil & Building Technologies Department program portfolio.
  • Oversee the laboratory/shop spaces by managing the lab environment. Prepare equipment for surveying and laboratory activities.
  • Assist in the classroom & field with lab demonstrations. Prepare projects and mock-ups as needed. Aid faculty with administrative preparation for lab activities, technology needs, and work collaboratively with students, Faculty and staff in a laboratory & field setting to support learning.
  • Assist Faculty with the safe operation of tools & equipment, ensuring adherence to safe work practices.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

  • The minimum educational qualification for this position is a relevant post secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or other Construction Technology disciplines along with relevant Tech Nova certification as a Technician or Technologist. 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 during employment.
  • You have a minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in working with civil materials, geotechnical work, and surveying.
  • Occupational experience that includes materials testing in a civil materials lab and marine sector experience would be considered an asset.
  • You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite including MS Teams and e-mail.
  • 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 equity, diversity, inclusion, 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 have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in surveying with modern equipment, and civil materials testing including soils, concrete & asphalt.
  • You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • You are a strong communicator.
  • You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to managing inventory and supplies, coordinating schedules, and maintaining civil engineering equipment including surveying equipment.
  • You have proven records and information management skills and abilities.
  • You are dedicated to life-long learning and have maintained currency in civil engineering practices.

A little bit about us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into five campus regions and three stand-alone campuses. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

  • Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre
  • Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre
  • Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus
  • Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre
  • Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences COGS)

Stand-Alone Campuses:

  • Ivany Campus
  • Sydney Waterfront Campus
  • eCampus

All NSCC positions are advertised every Tuesday and Thursday. To learn more about us and our hiring process, please follow this link.

Are you interested?

Work With Us

NSCC offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. As a learning-centred organization, we provide opportunities for every NSCC employee to be a life-long learner. 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 Generalist at jaclynn.kelly@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.

Operational Support

Program Assistant 2

Ivany Campus

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

School of Technology and Environment

Continuing Full-Time Position: Commencing approximately August 25, 2025

Application deadline: 11:59PM, July 22, 2025

Competition No: 2526-159

Salary Range: $46,690.30 - $54,832.37 annually

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!

 

jaclynn.kelly@nscc.ca

 david.meister@nscc.ca

nikki.berrigan@nscc.ca

 

About Nova Scotia Community College

Nova Scotia Community College is transforming our province. Through our network of 14 campuses, we provide Nova Scotians with inclusive and flexible access to education and the specialized, industry-driven training essential for today and tomorrow’s workforce.

We believe the future lies in the power of learning, which is why we care about the success of every student – in education, in career and in life. Our vision, mission, promise and values fill us with purpose, guide our work and drive us forward. We realize our vision and mission through our strategic plan, which focuses on the following key areas:

  • Student success
  • Community impact
  • Organizational excellence
  • Academic quality

We demonstrate our commitment to our values with leadership from Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion, our international partnerships and our sustainability practices.

Vision Transforming Nova Scotia one learner at a time.

Mission Building Nova Scotia's economy and quality of life through education and innovation.

Promise To empower those who strive to know more, do more, be more.

Values

  • Accessibility - We commit to opening pathways and providing equitable opportunities for students to engage fully in our programs and services.
  • Diversity - We are intentional in our efforts to build diversity as a core strength. We recognize diversity of knowledge, worldview and experience as an asset and a key driver of success in advancing innovation, creativity and excellence.
  • Employee success - We believe that engaged people make the difference in our environment of continuous learning. Teamwork and creativity are encouraged and innovation is expected to ensure the success of our students and our organization.
  • Inclusion - We are committed to creating a culture of genuine inclusion that is free from discrimination and harassment and where our students, employees and the communities we serve are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. 
  • Innovation - We believe there is always a better way. We find it by inspiring curiosity, openness and creativity in the pursuit of excellence.
  • Public accountability - We work with integrity in every area of the College and believe we must be fundamentally accountable for the public's trust in all that we do.
  • Safety - We're dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of our students and employees. We're committed to working collaboratively to foster a culture of safety and improving safety practices across the organization.
  • Student success - We empower students through applied learning, services and supports to propel them on their way to career success and fulfilment.
  • Sustainability - We commit to the continuous development of the social, economic, cultural and environmental sustainability of the College and our communities.

Jobs at NSCC We value Diversity and Inclusion The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

We offer:

  • Competitive salaries.
  • Comprehensive benefit plan that includes health, dental, vision, paramedical, life insurance and more.
  • Employee and family assistance program (EFAP) and other wellness and mental health supports.
  • A defined pension plan.
  • Option to make RRSP contributions using payroll deduction.
  • Preferred provider discounts such as home and auto as well as discounts as Lawton’s locations.
  • Campuses with athletic facilities, ample parking, daycares, cafeterias and accessible workplaces.
  • A FlexWork Policy offering options depending on your role.
  • Generous vacation entitlements, including paid time off between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
  • Various leaves, including illness or injury, long-term disability, time off for life events such as bereavement, family illness and more.
  • Tuition waiver for eligible employees and immediate family taking NSCC courses.
  • Professional development workshops and other learning opportunities for all employees.
  • Free organizational learning to support and continue to grow your teaching skills: An Adult Education Foundations (certificate) program to hone your teaching and student support skills (required for new Faculty and Professional Support employees). Ongoing workshops and one-on-one support as well as peer collaboration through a Teaching Commons (for Faculty).