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Summer Student (Technical Support) - Jobs in Halifax, NS

Province of Nova Scotia
Job LocationHalifax, NS
EducationNot Mentioned
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Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

Department: Environment and Climate ChangeLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: StudentUnion Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPGClosing Date: 4/18/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsNova Scotia Environment and Climate Change’s role is to protect the environment, human health and farm animal through regulatory excellence, conservation, partnership and promotion. To achieve this, we strive to develop legislation, regulations and policies, process notifications, applications, and approvals for regulated activities based on sound scientific knowledge and expertise.Our goal is to educate, inspect and enforce to ensure compliance with legislation and regulations. We proactively respond to environmental, conservation, farm animal welfare, and human health risks and work to develop programs and deliver services to enhance protection in these areas.Nova Scotia Environment - DepartmentAbout Our OpportunityAs a water branch technical support summer student, you will work with professional engineering, science and administrative staff and management in a variety of water and wastewater related programs, including drinking water, wastewater, onsite sewage and surface water quality and quantity program areas. This is the perfect opportunity to jump start your career and gain an understanding of the provincial government’s role in protecting the province’s water resources.Primary AccountabilitiesYou will assist staff and management with a wide range of technical support work that will contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the Department by:

  • Conducting technical scans and literature or web based research under the direction of professional staff
  • Collecting or maintaining data in spreadsheets
  • Performing field work or site visits under the direction of professional staff
  • Assisting with file management and digitization of documents, reports and other material
  • Organizing, filing, and preparing documents
Qualifications and ExperienceYou must be returning to school in the fall (or in the next applicable semester for the education program) in an environmental technical, or applied science/environmental sciences programAs the ideal candidate you:
  • are efficient with computers including Office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel;
  • are organized and able to prioritize your work; and
  • demonstrate excellent communication skills and work well in both independent and team based work environments.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.Working Conditions
  • Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
  • Typically located in a comfortable office environment.
  • Much of the time is spent in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.
  • Regularly reads and interprets multiple sources of information, regular requirement to type, read and work on a computer.
  • May experience pressure with deadlines and need for accuracy.
  • Access to a vehicle and a valid drivers license is necessary.
Additional InformationThere is one (1) position available based out 1894 Barrington Street, 18th Floor- Halifax.Applicants shall include a cover letter demonstrating how they meet the requirements listed above and confirming access to a vehicle with a valid drivers license.This opportunity will start approximately May 1, 2023 with an end date of August 31, 2023.Pay Grade: HOURLYSalary Range: $17.25 - $28.12 HourlyEmployment 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.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link: Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. 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 concerns may be directed to [email protected]Quick Apply
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