ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM ASSISTANT (BAND LEVEL 4) - Canada

Location: Cochrane, AB
Company Name: Memorial University of Newfoundland

DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Environmental Educator, the successful applicant will assist in the planning and delivery of interpretation and educational programs for school programs (K-12), post-secondary programs, pre-schools, community organizations, and the general public. Duties include assisting with planning, research, promotion, and delivery of interpretation and curriculum-based education programs for school groups, teacher workshops, gardening and natural history workshops, science based demonstrations, preschool programs, Family Fun Days, special events and general visitor activities and tours; assisting with website editing, and social medial promotion; using online registration, email, form software, and MS Office; writing summary reports; and performing other related duties as required. On occasion, working at front desk, operating cash register, and greeting visitors. Working weekends and some evenings will be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Some experience (1-3 years) in interpreting nature and science topics to a broad audience including school age (K-12) students in an informal educational environment; graduation from high school, supplemented by university level courses in natural science (botany, zoology, ecology, geology, environmental science) or horticulture and education, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Extensive supervisory experience is mandatory. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience and social media literacy is required. Interest and knowledge of Newfoundland gardening, natural history, botany, geology educational principals, and the outdoors is preferred. Possession of a valid Province of Newfoundland and Labrador driver’s license, and up to date Standard First Aid would be an asset. The successful candidate will be required to have a certificate of conduct.

SALARY $37,353 - $52,383 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)

CLOSING DATE October 18, 2019

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.