March 29, 2023

ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM ASSISTANT (BAND LEVEL 4)

Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station Grenfell Campus, Memorial University (Contractual Position to October 20, 2023)
This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members
The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval

DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Director, the incumbent 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, science experiments and demonstrations, as well as preschool programs, Family Fun Days, special events, and general Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station visitor activities and tours; assisting with social medial promotion; using online registration, email, form software, and MS Office; writing summary reports; working at front desk, operating cash register, and greeting visitors, as needed; and performing other related duties as required. Some weekend and evening work will be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (1-3 years) interpreting nature, marine biology, and natural 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 (biology, marine biology, zoology, ecology, geology, environmental science); or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Extensive supervisory experience is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience and social media literacy is required. Interest and knowledge of the Gros Morne Region, natural history, geology, educational principals, and the outdoors is preferred. Experience as an Aquarist would be an asset. Possession of a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license, as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and current Standard First Aid certification are assets. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct.
SALARY $38,866 - $54,505 per annum (CUPE Local 1615) CLOSING DATE April 13, 2023
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.
The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.
If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.
If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at myhr@mun.ca.
Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to Grenfell Campus - Memorial University, University Avenue, Corner Brook, Room AS374, phone (709) 637-4097 or e-mail hrrecruitment@grenfell.mun.ca.
Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.