Opportunities Summer Student Program of Learning Assessment 45449
Opportunities Summer Student Program of Learning Assessment 45449
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Job Description
Competition # :45449
Department:Education & Early Childhood Development
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Student
Union Status: Exclusion Non Union NSPG
Closing Date:20Mar25Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum facilitating excellence in teaching and learning ensuring an inclusive education experience and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children students and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.
About Our Opportunity
- Supporting the Program of Learning Assessment in Nova Scotia (PLANS) you are responsible for shipping/receiving inventory sorting crossreferencing and tracking provincial assessment and examination booklets within strict timeframes. You will work as part of a team to receive hundreds of boxes of booklets reconcile thousands of booklets and account for all returns
- Youll work with a range of specialized technology and software to organize shipping and receiving as well as programming and working with data ensuring accuracy of student records. You will also cut booklets and scan them using specialized software.
- You will assist in data entry document preparation inventory and archiving records according to provincial government standards. You will maintain security and confidentiality of student materials according to strict guidelines in accordance with the Privacy Act.Youll provide professional client service with internal and external clients in the administration of division operations. You will also have an opportunity to work on additional projects within the Department as they arise and perform other duties as assigned.
Please include a cover letter and resume which includes how you meet the job qualifications.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this opportunity you:
- are currently a student enrolled in a postsecondary institution available to work in the summer of 2025 and are returning to school in the fall of 2025.
- have good organizational skills and are accurate and efficient with the ability to multitask.
- work well in individual settings and in team environments.
- have a keen eye for attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot issues when they arise.
- have experience using computer applications (Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook and other similar applications) and are familiar with photocopiers scanners paper cutters.
Assets include
- Occupational Health and Safety courses
- Experience in an inventory and office environment
- Experience with use of pallet lifters
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: interview(s) skills test and reference check.
Working Conditions
This position requires some lifting moving and stacking of boxes and bins up to 25 kg 55 lbs) each
Additional Information
- Work will be completed in a comfortable office setting in downtown Halifax.
- Hours of work may be completed during business hours approximately 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
- This competition is being leveraged to fill summer student casual vacancies with a projected start date of May 4 2025 and a projected end date of August 29 2025.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $18.22 $29.69Hourly
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
