2627-228 - Campus Engagement Lead (CL5) - Ivany Campus

Nova Scotia Community College; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Community College in Dartmouth seeks a Campus Engagement Lead to advance community and industry partnerships, manage large-scale events, and grow revenue through engaging programs.

Reporting to Campus Operations, the role requires evening/weekend availability, collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and a commitment to inclusion and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Public Relations or Communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize campus and facility usage for community and industry engagement and revenue generation.

Skills

Event management

Public relations

Communication

Relationship building

Presentation skills

Project management

Team leadership

Revenue generation

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications

Tools

MS Office

Event management software

Project management tools

Job description

Campus Engagement Lead (CL5)

Education

Ivany Campus

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Campus Operations

Continuing Full-time Position: Commencing approximately December 7, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59pm, November 19, 2026

Competition No. 2627-228

Salary range: $88,895.54 to $104,582.99 annually

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is an undergraduate degree or diploma in areas such as Business, Marketing, Public Relations or Communications.

• You have a minimum of five (5) years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Development, or a related field.

• Experience planning and executing events of various sizes, in collaboration with internal teams and external partners and organizations.

• Experience coordinating and creating internal and external communications working collaboratively with internal teams.

• Experience guiding and functionally leading teams or project teams.

• Experience identifying and creating opportunities for revenue generation through initiatives such as advertising and events.

• Experience with event management software and project management tools/methods would be considered an asset.

• Proficiency in the Windows environment, including the full suite of Microsoft Office products and e-mail.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion.

• Proven ability to establish relationships with internal colleagues and external partners.

• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills.

• Proven ability to establish relationships with internal colleagues and external partners.

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with experience writing for various formats.

• Proven ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines with little supervision.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and work assignments of a variety of staff.

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.

• Proven ability to work as part of an integrated team, and the ability to work independently.

• Entrepreneurial and proactive attitude.

• Familiarity with financial processes, including purchase orders (DPOs), contracts, and managing expenditures or obligations.

• Ability to assist with physical tasks including lifting, carrying, setting up, and tearing down event materials and equipment, and maintaining stamina for extended periods of activity.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Vice Principal, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that optimize campus and facility usage for both community and industry engagement and revenue generation. Through leadership in event coordination, external partnerships, and communications, you will enhance the campus experience, promote the College as a destination for conferences and events, and assist in ensuring the successful delivery of signature and campus-wide events.

Working collaboratively with campus leadership and internal and external stakeholders, you will support the College's mission by creating inclusive, impactful, and well-executed engagement opportunities that reflect institutional values and priorities.

This role requires flexibility, including regular evening and weekend work, to support event coordination and campus activities. As a result, working hours and days will adjust due to events.

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 & Talent Consultant at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.