Job Posting
Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the summer student position of Architectural Design Assistant with the Social & Heritage Policy Program in Planning & Development. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality\xe2\x80\x99s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Reporting to the Principal Heritage Planner, the Architectural Design Assistant will be primarily responsible for assisting heritage planning staff with the drafting of new urban design guidelines for HRMs proposed Heritage Conservation Districts located in Downtown Halifax and Downtown Dartmouth. The intern will also assist other teams within HRM Regional Planning and Strategic Projects Divisions with urban design and architectural analysis on a range of matters relating to new planning regulations and policies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assistance in the creation of an urban design manual for Heritage Conservation Districts, including all relevant research and analysis;
• Creates architectural illustrations and design elements for municipal planning documents;
• Provides technical advice and analysis to planning staff as part of the creation of new planning documents and the evaluation of planning applications;
• Attends meetings with stakeholders; and
• Conducts site visits and off-site tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary university degree program in architecture or urban planning, preferably with an emphasis on built heritage or architectural history;
• Experience using graphic design and publishing software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Sketchup, and Autodesk Revit; and
• Experience working or volunteering in a heritage or urban design related field would be considered an asset.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work in a team environment
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence
• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated high regard for quality, accuracy and attention to detail

Please note: Applicants will be asked to show a portfolio of past work as part of the application process.

WORK STATUS: Temporary, full-time (estimated May 8, 2023 \xe2\x80\x93 Sept 1, 2023)

HOURS OF WORK: Monday \xe2\x80\x93 Friday, 8:30 am \xe2\x80\x93 4:30 pm, 35 hours per week.

SALARY: $20.00 per hour

WORK LOCATION: 3rd Floor of Duke Tower (5251 Duke Street, Halifax)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on April 11, 2023