Naturalist Programming Assistant (Student) Job at Province of Nova Scotia
Department: Communities, Culture, Tourism & Heritage
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Summer Works [Regular]
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 4/3/2023 (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 Scotia's natural landscape. Here at the Museum we house collections on Archeology, Ethnology, Mammals, Marine life and more.
About Our Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for young aspiring museum professionals to gain valuable hands-on experience in museum interpretation, education, research, and visitor service and to enhance their knowledge and understanding of Nova Scotia’s natural and cultural heritage.
As a Programming Assistant, you will develop skills in front-line interpretation including research, communication, presentation, and visitor services. Assisting with interpretive talks, discovery carts, storytelling, field trips, gallery tours 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 of the benefits you will receive during this opportunity!
Primary Accountabilities
- Assist with the care, handling and interpretation of live wildlife exhibits which include amphibians, reptiles, insects, and other invertebrates.
- Communicating skills enhanced through facilitating natural and historical 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 post-secondary institution. Completion of one year of study in the natural science, education and/or museum studies will be considered an asset.
You have a demonstrated interest and knowledge of Nova Scotia’s natural history 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 self-motivated 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.
(902) 424-6513
E-mail: mary.macdonald@novascotia.ca
Additional Information
You must be registered in the Young Canada Works (YCW) on-line candidate inventory (www.youngcanadaworks.gc.ca) and meet the eligibility criteria of the program.
The successful candidate must pass satisfactory criminal record and child abuse registry documentation. The filling of this position is contingent upon receiving funding.
3 positions available
This position has an estimated end date of September 2, 2023.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $16.00 - Bi-Weekly
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 Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
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 concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
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