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2526-266 - Program Assistant (TS10) - Cumberland Campus

Nova Scotia Community College

Springhill, NS

Salary: $46,690.30

What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

Reporting to the Academic Chair, School of Trades and Transportation, and under the direct supervision of the Carpentry program Faculty, you will provide laboratory/shop, program and administrative support for the Carpentry Diploma program.
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.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

The minimum educational qualification for this position is a Red Seal Certification in Carpentry.
Candidates with a combination of relevant education and occupational experience may be considered.
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 within the first year.
You have a minimum of five years (full time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in preparing and using Carpentry tools and equipment.
You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail 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

Are you interested?

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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 Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: https://www.nscc.ca/about/publications/policies-procedures/policies/employee-workplace-accommodations-policy.asp

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.

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Operational Support

Program Assistant 2 (TS10)

Education

Cumberland Campus

Springhill, Nova Scotia

School of Trades and Transportation

Term, Full-time Position: Commencing approximately November 10, 2025 and ending approximately June 19, 2026
Application deadline is 11:59PM, October 23, 2025

Competition No. 2526-266

Salary range: $46,690.30 to $54,832.37 annually

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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).