Nova Scotia Community College

What you will be doing…

You will be helping students make decisions, solve problems, and meet goals that maximize their college experience. You will work to engage and support a caseload of students - including prospective, transitioning-in, current, and transitioning-out students. You will also provide culturally relevant services and supports for African Canadian students. These cultural supports are informed by student development theory, adult education principles, in-depth knowledge of African Canadian history and experience, as well as an understanding of afri-centric teaching and learning principles. You will support other Student Services and Campus staff in developing awareness and skills in working with students in a culturally inclusive environment.

You will be planning and delivering events, activities, and interactions which support student growth, engagement, and leadership both remotely and in person. You will be advising students in areas of Accessibility, Career, Enrolment, Finance, Learning, Student Life, and Wellness.

For example, you will:

• Help students to explore, set and meet academic and personal goals for their College experience
• Provide opportunities for students to explore career and employment options;
• Help students make decisions about academic enrolment, options, and policies;
• Assist students in planning how to meet their financial commitments to the college;
• Use recreational, cultural, and social events and activities to engage students.

You will be a member of campus and provincial Student Services and Advising teams, that provide a continuum of integrated services and opportunities to students in-person, online and in blended environments. You will initiate and build partnerships with Academic Chairs and Faculty in order to provide services tailored to the unique needs and opportunities of students and programs.

You are a collaborative, team player who takes personal accountability to deliver on what is expected in your role and you strive for excellence every day. You understand your position as a role model to each of our students and as such, you demonstrate the utmost professionalism, integrity and respect for all persons in everything you do. You are committed to life-long learning, occupational currency and a belief in NSCC's mission. You bring a learning-centered perspective to everything you do. You think broadly, celebrate diversity of thought, and respect the uniqueness of individuals. You flourish in a dynamic, changing and sometimes ambiguous environment by keeping informed and connected within your role and the College. Is this you?

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is an undergraduate degree. A degree focused in Student Affairs, African Canadian or Indigenous Studies, Adult Education, Education, or Social Science majors would be considered an asset.
• You have a minimum of three years (full time equivalent) of recent and relevant occupational experience in post-secondary student services and affairs, career development, adult education and service delivery in African Canadian settings.
• Occupational experience that includes working with African Canadian students; building strong collaborative relationships with external organizations connected with African Canadian education; or working with African Canadian training and funding/sponsoring agencies, would be an considered asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams. Experience using database applications such as PeopleSoft, LAMPS, or Banner 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 to create an exceptional student experience
• You have experience in training/facilitation preparation, delivery and evaluation and experience in coordinating and facilitating workshops and services in person and in a remote setting.
• You have experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact with a diversity of people and support resolution of issues
• 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 have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in database or information systems
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills
• You are a strong communicator
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to delivering services(e.g. coordinating services, work, events, logistics, etc.) both remotely and in person)
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to using such programs as Peoplesoft, Banner or LAMPS)
• You have strong project management skills
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence
• You are dedicated to life-long learning
• You are comfortable working remotely (using technology such as Microsoft teams) and in person with students, prospective students and staff
• You show a strong commitment to community involvement such as participating in community advisory groups, citizen engagement, volunteer work in the community, regionally or provincially

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.

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

You will change lives. You will join committed individuals as we work to build Nova Scotia's economy and improve quality of life through education and innovation. As an NSCC employee, you will be part of that change.
You will find a place to grow personally and professionally with opportunities for professional development and collaborative projects.
You will do meaningful and challenging work in a publicly accountable and respectful working and learning environment that is diverse, safe and inclusive. You will have the freedom to enable innovation, improvement and excellence.
You will celebrate the uniqueness of individuals. NSCC campuses are located on the traditional territory of the Mi'kmaq People. Nova Scotia Community College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing an online questionnaire with your application.

As a condition of employment, Professional Support employees at NSCC must complete a two-year (part-time) adult education program delivered by NSCC. This adult education program is a significant investment on the part of NSCC in the learning and development of new employees. To achieve regular status; all probationary, full or part-time Professional Support employees of the College must successfully complete the program within their probationary period. Term full-time Professional Support employees whose term appointment is twelve or more months are also required to participate in this program.

NSCC offers a competitive compensation and 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 Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: https://www.nscc.ca/about_nscc/policies_procedures/index.asp.

To apply for College jobs, click on the Apply Now button. First time users will be asked to set up an account with a username and password. There are three parts to your NSCC application:

1. Your Profile. You can import your resume or your LinkedIn profile to help populate your profile (click Import Options, top right) or you can complete the profile manually. One thing to note if you are using a resume or LinkedIn; they may not import synchronously with the profile and you may still need to make some manual adjustments.
2. Your Cover Letter and Resume. Towards the bottom of the Application tab, you will see a place to attach or write your cover letter. You will also see a place to attach your resume. Although these two sections say they are optional; they are not optional and are required for a complete NSCC application.
3. Questions. Next to the Application tab, you will see a Questions tab. We will need you to complete these questions in order to submit your application.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.