Nova Scotia Community College

The Strait Area Campus is offering 12 designated seats for in-person learning from Wagmatcook Learning Centre in the Housing Construction Fundamentals Program. These seats are only open to Indigenous applicants.

Reporting to the Academic Chair, School of Trades and Transportation, you will support the Housing Construction Fundamentals faculty in the daily activities of working with and supporting students to achieve the program outcomes.

Daily activities can include, but not limited to:

• Planning and setup of shop activities directed by faculty
• Participating in planning and learning sessions as led by faculty
• Working one to one with students
• Working with and/or leading small groups

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 a relevant college certificate in the construction trades or related discipline.
• You have a minimum of two (2) years of recent and related occupational experience in supporting students (preference for those who have experience in mentoring Indigenous students).
• Experience and/or certification in adult education would be considered an asset.
• Fluency in Mi'kmaq language would be considered an asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and classroom technology.
• 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 diversity and inclusion.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and can 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 have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in mentoring indigenous learners and listening.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator both written and oral.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to time management and supporting learners to understand workflow and timelines.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to creating a positive space for learning and knowledge exchange.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning.
• You show a strong commitment to community engagement.

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, 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 an online questionnaire with your application.

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 one recent, occupational reference. 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 Generalist, at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.