Coordinator, NBTAP and Other Trades Programs
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Contract
OPEN
Fredericton or Telework
At the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD), we are dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission.
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Who we are:
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.
The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.
The employees of EECD develop programs and offer services that support parents and educators and encourage learners from birth to 20 years old, to achieve lasting and transferable learning that will serve them throughout their lives.
What you will do:
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is currently seeking a coordinator for the New Brunswick Teen Apprentice Program (NBTAP) and various other trades-related activities and programs. This person will be a member of the Programmes d'études branch team.
NBTAP is a structured program through which teens aged 16 or older can become pre-apprentices and gain work experience in trades with available apprenticeship training in the province while also supporting participating employers. The successful candidate will:
- Coordinate activities between schools, businesses, and Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification N.B. to ensure the program's ongoing success.
- Coordinate promotion of the program among key contacts at high schools and businesses.
- Be responsible for day-to-day oversight of program implementation.
- Create and update the various program resources (website, guides, forms, etc.).
- Coordinate provincial interscholastic activities related to trades.
- Support other trades programs (e.g. Skills Canada, New Boots).
- Assist the provincial learning specialist ¿ trades in supporting school staff assigned to trades-related duties.
Work environment:
- Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton (possibility of telework in N.B.).
- Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30.
- We promote a scent-reduced environment.
Who you are:
You are a resourceful, organized person who builds relationships with others. You have strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills. You are able to work effectively either independently or as part of a team, and you have a talent for finding creative solutions to problems. You uphold safety standards and place importance on others' safety. You are consistently polite, professional, courteous, and kind in your interactions with others. You are concerned for the wellbeing of New Brunswickers.
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as importantas your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Need to have:
- University degree or college diploma in a trades-related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Trades-related knowledge and experience.
Written and spoken competence in French and English is required. Please state your language capability.
Nice to have:
- Knowledge about Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification N.B. and WorkSafeNB.
- Red Seal.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Commitment to Learning
- Concern for Order
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Initiative
- Relationship / Network Building
- Team Leadership
- Teamwork and Cooperation
Technical Competencies:
- Knowledge of Interviewing and Assessment Techniques
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures
- Records and Information Management
- Planning and Organizing Skills
- Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
- Written Communication
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Wage:
Pay Band 5: $61,204 - $85,514 annually.
What can GNB offer you?
- Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
- 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
- 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.
How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca by October 23, 2022, indicating competition number 22-2000-C53. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resource Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5H1
Telephone: 1-506-444-4909
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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