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- Full-time
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- Recruiting
- AI
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
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- Communication skills
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Talent Pathways - Candidate Roster for Temporary Positions

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Full-time | Contract

Skills

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Post-secondary education
Administrative experience
SharePoint
Computer skills
Ellucian
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Information

Position Title

Talent Pathways - Candidate Roster for Temporary Positions

Research Project

Department/Unit

People and Culture

Location

Halifax / Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S05-21

Employee Group

None

Position Type

Temporary

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Short-Term

Employment Type

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Salary

Commensurate on skills, experience and nature of position

Classification

Provisional Statement

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie is a leading innovative, research-intensive university, inspiring our diverse scholarly community to serve Nova Scotia, our region, our nation, and the world. We make a lasting impact by blending transformative academic programs with pioneering research on Canada’s East Coast.
Dalhousie brings together the brightest minds from diverse perspectives to drive the region’s intellectual, social, and economic development. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive space for everyone who works or studies at the university.

Job Summary

Dalhousie’s Talent Pathways temporary staffing program connects equity-deserving job seekers with short-term administrative support positions across our East Coast campuses in Halifax, Truro, and Saint John, NB.

Thank you for your interest in temporary opportunities at Dalhousie University. We’re glad you’re considering joining our community, and we appreciate the time and effort you put into your application.

Here’s what you can expect from the process:

Your application will be kept on file for one year.
You may be contacted for an introduction meeting with our Advisor, Temporary Recruitment at any time during that year. While we value every application, not all applicants will be contacted for an introduction meeting or offered employment.
Due to provisions in our collective agreements with Dalhousie employee groups, Talent Pathways is unable to offer student or academic (teaching or research) positions.
Temporary positions are based on the university’s operational needs and typically last 3 – 6 months. On occasion, they may last for shorter or longer periods of time, usually no longer than one year.
Temporary employees work within Dalhousie’s regular business hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm unless otherwise specified by the hiring manager prior to employment.
All temporary roles require short-notice availability for in-person or hybrid work at one of our campuses.
Salary ranges vary depending on the position type and will be shared with you before any interview. You can expect an hourly rate between $20.69 – $29 for administrative and finance positions or $32.24 – $34.19 for technical positions. Full time hours at Dalhousie are 32.5 or 35 hours per week.

We look forward to potentially working with you and thank you again for considering Dalhousie University as your next opportunity. For more information about Talent Pathways and frequently asked questions, please visit dal.ca/talentpathways.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities vary by position type and will be shared with you when an interview is offered.
Your application will be considered generally for all positions you are qualified for.

Examples of administrative support positions filled through Talent Pathways include:
Administrative Assistant
Enrolment Services Specialist
Executive Assistant
Finance Clerk
Human Resources Assistant
IT Support Desk
Payroll clerk
Program Coordinator
Medical Office Assistant
Receptionist

Note

Required Qualifications

Relevant post-secondary education (certificate, diploma, or degree) and 1-5 years of directly related experience in the field of work to which you are applying (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Adobe Pro).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling multiple priorities.
Adaptability and strong problem-solving skills.
Lived experience as a member of one or more equity-deserving groups (Follow this link for Definitions of Equity‑Deserving Groups)

Assets

Professional experience in an administrative support role at a post-secondary institution
Proficiency in or experience with systems used at Dalhousie such as Banner and Brightspace

Job Competencies

Candidates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

Knowledge and Thinking Skills
Communication
Integrity
Respect and Inclusion
Adaptability

Additional Information

An application to Talent Pathways is separate and independent of other Dalhousie job postings.
We encourage you to view and apply to other postings at dal.ca/careers . Your application will be considered by the relevant search committee.

Application Consideration

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, applying to Talent Pathways does not guarantee a placement within Dalhousie University or a meeting with our Advisor, Temporary Recruitment. Temporary employment opportunities at Dalhousie are subject to operational needs.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit our Employee Resources page.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/5172

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