Nova Scotia Technical assistant Jobs – 131 Openings This Week

Program Assistant
Dalhousie University —Halifax, NS
- $27.60–$34.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
21h
Assistant Technical Writer
VT Scada —Bedford, NS
- Computer science
- Engineering
- English
Assistant Technicians, Lab and Field Services - Atlantic Canada
WSP —Dartmouth, NS
- $52,200–$72,300 a year
- Seasonal
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory experience
- English
- Travel
6d
Administrative Assistant Senior Analyst
NTT Ltd —Nova Scotia
- $82,000–$99,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- In-person
7d
Administrative Assistant
Dalhousie University —Halifax, NS
- $27.60–$34.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
1d
DI Technical Assistant – Diagnostic Imaging
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) —Amherst, NS
- $23.07–$26.44 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
6d
Pass Control Assistant(Halifax Airport)
Commissionaires Nova Scotia —Goffs, NS
- $26.10 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Dental care
- Paid sick leave
Quick apply
5h
Data Analyst (Co-op Student)
Province of Nova Scotia —Halifax, NS
- $19.03–$25.52 an hour
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
13d
Lab Supervisor
Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc. —Pictou, NS
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
Quick apply
8d
Lab Supervisor
Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc. —Truro, NS
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
Quick apply
8d
Lab Supervisor
Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc. —Brookfield, NS
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
Quick apply
8d
Lab Supervisor
Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc. —Bible Hill, NS
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
Quick apply
8d
Medical Administrative Assistant
Ravines Medical Group —Timberlea, NS
- $19.00–$22.50 an hour
- Immediate opening
- Medical office experience
- Administrative experience
- Organizational skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Quick apply
Administration Assistant
Christian Medical and Dental Society of Canada (CMDS Canada) —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Organizational skills
- Dental care
Quick apply
13d
Validation Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Halifax, NS
- From $60 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- Engineering
- English
- Bachelor's
Quick apply
Junior Mechanical Design Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Dartmouth, NS
- From $60 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- Engineering
- English
- Bachelor's
Quick apply
Pharmacist - FT
Lawtons —Dartmouth, NS
- $53.50–$56.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Bachelor's
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
Pharmacist-FT
Lawtons —New Minas, NS
- $53.50–$64.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Bachelor's
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
Experienced Extrusion Operator Trainee
IPG —Truro, NS
- $24–$26 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
Quick apply
12d
Pharmacist - PT
Lawtons —Halifax, NS
- Part-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
Pharmacist - FT
Foodland —St. Peter's, NS
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Quick apply
Pharmacist - FT
Lawtons —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
Pharmacy - Pharmacist Retail
Lawtons —Pictou, NS
- $53.50–$60.10 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Quick apply
Pharmacist Regional Relief - FT
Lawtons —Stellarton, NS
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
Pharmacist - FT
Lawtons —Glace Bay, NS
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply

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Program Assistant

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Full-time
21 hours ago

Benefits

Dental care
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program

Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Customer service
Microsoft Office
Organizational skills
Business
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Information

Position Title

Program Assistant

Research Project

Department/Unit

OLCD

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S230-26

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 77

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

1 year

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$27.60 - $34.94 per hour ($46,645- 59,042 per annum, 32.5 hours per week)

Classification

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development (OLCD) develops and delivers innovative and diverse lifelong learning experiences for more than 5000 students annually to help them navigate the changing world of learning and work. Reporting to the Program Manager and Director, the Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the effective and efficient administration of courses and certificates in the portfolio, including scheduling assistance, student access to learning management and information systems, the set-up of face-to-face classes, student record-keeping, and other administrative tasks that arise.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the administration of courses, certificates, and diplomas, including course scheduling, class setup, enrollment management, and maintenance of student records within learning and student information systems.
Serve as a primary point of contact for learner inquiries, providing guidance on program and course selection, communicating schedule changes or cancellations, and supporting students throughout their learning journey.
Support instructors and subject matter experts by maintaining instructor records, preparing contracts, coordinating system access, processing invoices, and facilitating course delivery and completion activities.
Manage student communications and progression processes, including welcome communications, grade collection, transcript preparation, certificate completion tracking, and graduation-related activities.
Monitor and process administrative and financial transactions related to program delivery, including payment tracking, invoice processing, refunds coordination, and continuous improvement of operational processes.
Assist business development initiatives by maintaining partnership records and agreements, researching prospective organizational partners, identifying key contacts, tracking engagement activities, and coordinating meetings for portfolio leadership.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Business/Office Administration diploma with approximately three to five years’ related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
Excellent communication (verbal and written), customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills, and ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Proficiency in MS Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Assets

Experience with Dalhousie systems (Brightspace and Destiny).

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies, in particular:

Self-Awareness & Professionalism
Integrity
Respect & Inclusion
Adaptability
Knowledge & Thinking Skills

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

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 review our Employment Equity information.

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

07/29/2026

Close Date

08/12/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21755

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