Opportunities Naturalist Programming Assistant Summer Student - YCW 45348
Opportunities Naturalist Programming Assistant Summer Student - YCW 45348
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Job Description
Competition # :45348
Department:Communities Culture Tourism & Heritage
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Student
Union Status: Exclusion Non Union NSPG
Closing Date:14Mar25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Museum of Natural History is responsible for the collecting and recording of artifacts of cultural significance to Nova Scotia as well as promoting Nova Scotias natural landscape. Here at the Museum we house collections on Mammals Marine life Archaeology Culture and more.
About Our Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for young aspiring museum professionals to gain valuable handson experience in museum interpretation education research and visitor service and to enhance their knowledge and understanding of Nova Scotias natural and cultural heritage.
As a Programming Assistant you will develop skills in frontline interpretation including communication presentation visitor services and research. Assisting with interpretive talks discovery carts field trips and interactive conversations with a variety of audiences will be key. Other valuable and transferrable abilities you will gain include the proper care and handling of both live specimens and natural/cultural collections.
Training mentoring and professional development are just a few more benefits you will receive during this opportunity!
Primary Accountabilities
Assist with the care handling and interpretation of live wildlife exhibits which include amphibians reptiles and other invertebrates.
- Communicating skills enhanced through facilitating topics reflected in our exhibits to visitors of diverse ages backgrounds experiences and learning styles.
- Responding to natural and cultural history specimen and artifact enquiries.
Suggestions for improvement relating to interpretative programs are always welcome and students are given the opportunity to assist in the creation of interpretive content.
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role you must be enrolled in a postsecondary institution. Completion of one year of study in the natural sciences education and/or museum studies will be considered an asset.
You have a demonstrated interest and knowledge of Nova Scotias animals and plants as well as university credits in the natural sciences education and/or museum studies. Demonstrated communication and organizational skills are required. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite and web search engines is essential. Interpersonal skills problem solving and the ability to work effectively in a team environment is key. You must also be selfmotivated and able to work with limited supervision.
Strong assets for this position include:
- Previous experience with public program development and presentation skills in a similar setting e.g. heritage arts outdoor education or cultural field.
- Fluency in French or another second language
- Experience with animal care (reptiles and amphibians).
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: oral presentations interview(s) and reference checks.
Inquiries for more information should be made to the attention of:
Mary MacDonald Curator of Interpretation
Museum of Natural History
1747 Summer St
Halifax NS. B3H 3A6.
Email:
Additional Information
You must be registered in the Young Canada Works (YCW) online candidate inventory (www.youngcanadaworks.gc) and meet the eligibility criteria of the program. A student may be eligible for employment if they:
- are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada (nonCanadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible);
- are legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number);
- are between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment; and
- are a high school college CEGEP or university student.
The successful candidate must pass satisfactory criminal record and child abuse registry documentation.The filling of this position is contingent upon receiving funding.
This position has an estimated end date of September 7 2024.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $18.00 $Hourly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to selfidentify on your electronic application.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to
Employment Type
Full-Time
