Summer Student (Special Projects, Office of the Fire Marshal)
Competition # : 45315
Department: Municipal Affairs
Location: DARTMOUTH
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 05-Mar-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) is dedicated to safeguarding fire and building safety. Our core functions encompass developing essential policies and programs to uphold and enforce fire safety principles. We actively advise multiple levels of government on matters pertaining to fire protection, working closely with fire service partners throughout the province.
With a team of approximately 20 skilled professionals, our primary focus lies in supporting provincial and municipal partners in their efforts to achieve stringent building and fire safety standards. Additionally, we collaborate with the Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia (FSANS), the Fire Inspectors Association of Nova Scotia (FIANS) to support the fire service and fire inspectors across the province.
About Our Opportunity
We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented summer student to support the OFM with special projects, data entry, office administration, and assisting with updating our training materials. This is a great opportunity to learn and contribute to public safety initiatives in Nova Scotia.
Primary Accountabilities
As the summer student you will:
- Assist with various special projects to support the OFM team's operations.
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate records within our internal databases.
- Provide general office administration support, including document preparation and file management.
- Assist in updating and maintaining training materials used for fire safety education.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and organization.
Qualifications and Experience
You are a 2nd-year business administration or commerce undergraduate student. You must be currently enrolled as a student and returning to school in the fall (or in the next applicable semester for the education program).
You also:
- Have strong data entry skills with keen attention to detail.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Are proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel;
- An organized and self-motivated individual with a willingness to learn.
While not required, it is considered a strong asset if you have experience with databases (such as SQL).
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
- Work Location: 250 Baker Drive, Dartmouth, NS.
- Free on-site parking is available.
- Please note that there is limited or no access to public transit near this location.
Most of your time is spent in a comfortable office setting with 35-hour weeks, 7-hour days. You may occasionally be required to move/lift light objects such as office supplies, equipment, and files.
Additional Information
This is a student opportunity with an anticipated end date of August 29, 2025.
What We Offer
- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
- Department Specific Flexible working schedules.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $18.22 - $29.69 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 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.
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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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.
