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2526-265 - Program Assistant (TS5) - Southwest Region - EN

Nova Scotia Community College

Multiple Locations, Nouvelle-Écosse

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2526-265 - Program Assistant (TS5) - Southwest Region - EN

Nova Scotia Community College

Multiple Locations, Nouvelle-Écosse
 
Salary: $39,237.27
 

What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

The Program Assistant will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the CUBE innovation space. Reporting to the Principal and taking functional direction from the Program Coordinator for the CUBE, you will:

  • Provide thorough training, cleaning, and maintenance of CUBE space equipment, and maintain a safe work environment in all areas where students, staff, and the community are working.
  • Maintain inventory control for CUBE supplies and ensure timely ordering of materials to meet curriculum requirements.
  • Ensure preventative maintenance procedures are carried out on equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality control requirements by following safety policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Assist the Program Coordinator in preparing and delivering workshops and CUBE site programming.
  • Maintain professional and courteous relationships with all staff and provide effective customer service for all users of the CUBE space.
  • Travel is required (Digby, Yarmouth, Shelburne).
  • Flexible hours (weekends and/or evenings) may be required.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

  • The minimum educational qualification is a relevant post-secondary diploma or certification in IT, business, and/or technology.
  • Training in WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety regulations, Standard First Aid, CPR, and discipline-relevant safety training, or willingness to obtain.
  • You have a minimum of 3 years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in an innovative and entrepreneurial setting.
  • Experience with 3D printers and basic programming is considered an asset.
  • You are familiar with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, email, and design software applications.
  • You are comfortable working in a digital environment; committed to acquiring knowledge about advancing technology and using it to enhance your work.
  • A Valid driver's license is required.
  • Experience in training/facilitation preparation, delivery, and evaluation is considered an asset.
  • Experience supporting or providing service to students and prospective students is considered an asset.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

  • You demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • 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 are able to 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 preparing and delivering workshops.
  • 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
  • Include any other bona fide relevant occupational requirement

Are you interested?

Work With Us

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 David Meister, 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 (TS5)

Burridge and Shelburne Campuses (Southwest Region)

Yarmouth and Shelburne, Nova Scotia

Campus Administration

Term Part Time (30 hours per week) Position: Commencing November 17, 2025 and ending approximately March 31, 2027

Application deadline: 11:59PM, November 6th, 2025

Competition No: 2526-265

Salary Range: $39,237.27 - $44,897.17 annually, prorated to 30 hours per week

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).