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Community Education Officer
Dalhousie University
- Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
À propos
Position Information
Position Title Community Education Officer
Research Project
Department/Unit Extended Learning - Administration
Location Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S024-26
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) Eighteen (18) months
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $61,491 - $82,262 per annum
Classification ADM-05
Provisional Statement
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 Agriculture, Dalhousie University is a small research-intensive campus located in Truro, NS. Offering technical, undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture, environment and related life and social science disciplines. The Faculty of Agriculture educates future leaders and generates knowledge and innovative solutions for healthy, sustainable societies. Reporting to the Manager, Extended Learning and International, theCommunity Education Officer will play a key role in expanding the understanding of agriculture, developing and implementing programs to highlight the scope of programming and research available in the Faculty of Agriculture.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of agricultural education programming such as school visits and hosting groups/tours/camps on campus.
Identify and engage with a wide range of community groups including schools and community partners, participate in government outreach activities to increase awareness of opportunities at the Faculty of Agriculture and agriculture industry as a whole.
Develop and implement community outreach plans and community education programming by engaging with educators, students, and community members.
Work with student leadership programs to identify student ambassadors to assist with program promotion. Collaborate with faculty and staff to publicize and connect them with outreach opportunities.
Plan and implement professional development programs for regional educators.
Note
Periodic travel will be required throughout the Atlantic provinces.
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
Undergraduate degree in Science (Agriculture) plus approximately three years' experience in developing curriculum and/or delivering educational programs (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
Strong and current knowledge of the agricultural industry.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under tight timelines and independently on a variety of projects.
Valid Nova Scotia drivers license.
Assets
Undergraduate degree in Education and/or Masters degree in a relevant field.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies, in particular:
– Self-Awareness & Professionalism
Respect & Inclusion
Adaptability
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
Communication
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
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
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 visit
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 One (1)
Open Date 02/12/2026
Close Date 02/20/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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