2526-265 Program Assistant (TS5) Southwest Region

Nova Scotia Community College; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Program Assistant to manage the CUBE innovation space. In this part-time role, you'll ensure equipment safety, maintain inventory, and support programming activities. A relevant post-secondary qualification and 3+ years of relevant experience are required. Applicants should possess excellent interpersonal and project management skills. This position offers flexibility with hours and the opportunity to work within a collaborative educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent and related occupational experience.
• Comfort working in a digital environment; adapting to advancing technology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of the CUBE innovation space.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a safe work environment.
• Assist with workshop preparation and delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving

Project management skills

Training and facilitation

Education

Relevant post-secondary diploma or certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Design software applications

3D printers

Job description

Overview

Discover

The Opportunity

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 : $39237.27 - $44897.17 annually prorated to 30 hours per week

What youll do

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.

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 drivers 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

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 NSCCs 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.

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 emailprotected. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here : we cannot accept late or paper applications.

Key Skills

• Project Management Methodology
• Project / Program Management
• Program Management
• Management Experience
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Project Management
• Microsoft Project
• Budgeting
• DoD Experience
• Leadership Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Contracts

Employment Details:

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 39237 - 44897