#001 September 1, 2011

Two Student Engagement Assistants
(One International Student and One Domestic Student)
Student Engagement Units

Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC; http://nsac.ca) is a small research-intensive university located in the centre of beautiful Nova Scotia at Truro-Bible Hill. Offering technical, undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture and its related life and social science disciplines, NSAC educates future leaders and generates knowledge and solutions for healthy, sustainable societies. NSAC seeks candidates to fill the following position.

Employer NSAC: Student Engagement Units

Duties: The Student Assistants will perform all duties related to the functioning of Student Services as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be enrolled as a student for 2011-2012Candidates must be proficient in the use of all standard office equipment and especially with computer applications including email, word processing and spreadsheets. Strong communication and organizational skills are required; tact, diplomacy and confidentiality are essential. Candidates must be reliable and motivated to work independently and as part of a team. The ability to prioritize work assignments is also required. Ability & confidence to work independently.

Hours: 13.5 hours per week during office hours (8:30 - 4:30 Monday to Friday)

Duration: Fall Semester 2011 and Winter Semester 2012

Wage: $9.65/hour

Application Deadline: September 9, 2011

Contact: Keltie Jones, Associate Vice President Academic for Students, (kjones@nsac.ca) for further information

To apply: Submit resume (including 3 references) and cover letter to:

Career Services Office
Nova Scotia Agricultural College
11 River Rd PO Box 550
Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5E3
Fax: (902) 895-4547 E-mail: cso@nsac.ca

Submissions must be received by mail or delivery by 4:30 P.M. or by fax or e-mail by midnight on the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants, however, may check on the status of their application anytime at the Career Services Office or by phone at (902) 893-7895.

#408 August 25, 2011

PART TIME HOME CARE PROVIDER
Truro, NS

Person needed to work two to three mornings (employer is flexible on which mornings) per week providing home care.

Some meal preparation and light house keeping duties.

Contact ianfraser@eastlink.ca

#403  August 11, 2011

Full Time Agriculturist III
(Agriculture Development Officer)

Department of Natural Resources
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Agriculture Business Development Division,
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL

Ever dream of working in a vast, relatively untouched landscape where your skills and training can be truly realized, and where your hard work makes a tangible difference? Happy Valley – Goose Bay is a vibrant community with exceptional recreational programming, facilities and activities. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, you will be delighted by the hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, snowmobiling and skiing adventures that await.

The Agrifoods Development Branch is responsible for promoting the continued development, expansion and diversification of competitive and sustainable primary and value-added agriculture and agrifoods businesses.

As Agriculturist III you will provide financial analysis, project management, and consultative work in support of the development of the agriculture and agrifoods industry in the province. You will also provide specialized agronomic and business expertise in promoting the mandate, goals, and programs of the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency. You will act as first line of contact on business and regional economic development issues on behalf of the Agency as well as identify, evaluate and promote agriculture development opportunities in the industry. Clients will rely on you to provide advisory services on crop and livestock production practices and new technology. You will deliver and participate in various education and information programs related to the agriculture industry.

You have knowledge of agribusiness analysis, project management, strategic sector development and Agency programs as well as Canadian agriculture, specifically root crops and livestock industries. You are an effective communicator are able to work independently and demonstrate initiative. You possess strong analytical and advisory skills and your experience in financial analysis is an asset. The above qualifications would normally have been acquired and demonstrated through university graduation with a B.Sc. in Agriculture supplemented by experience in agricultural business development. Equivalencies maybe considered.

Salary: $53,453.40 - $59,696.00 (GS 37)
The public service is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Please apply online or forward your resume, quoting competition number NR.11.12.075 via mail to: Public Service Commission, 50 Mundy Pond Road, P.O. Box 8700, St. John’s, NL, A1B 4J6 or Fax: 709-729-6737.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled.

RVT

East River Animal Hospital in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia.
Brand new facility, ultrasound, radiology, busy surgery, lab on site.
Contact kathrynfinlayson@eastlink.ca website: (www.eastriveranimalhospital.com) or call (902) 752-6655 for Dr. Kathryn Finlayson

Permanent Full Time Greenhouse Grower / Manager
Spaniard's Bay, NL

Employer: O'Neills Gardenland Limited
Email: admin@oneillsgardenland.ca

Company Description: GardenCenter Ornamental Greenhouse, Retail
Number of Employees: 30
Address: 236 Conception Bay Highway, Spaniard's Bay, Newfoundland A0A 3X0
Phone(day): 709-786-9533
FAX: 709-786-0993
Contact Person: Alice O'Keefe

Duties: The position being offered is a managerial position requiring extensive knowledge in greenhouse production in a retail focus environment.
Plant quality, irrigation system, phyto-sanitary monitoring, team leadership.

Qualification: University degree in Horticulture with a specialization in ornamental greenhouse production.
4 yrs min experience
Wage: $45000 pending experience
Other Info: Must be willing to re-locate

#338 June 21, 2011

FARM MANAGER

Are You Ready To Advance From Your Typical “Hired Farm Hand” Job?

Join Galvin Farms Ltd. management team in Virden, Manitoba, as their Farm Management Leader and become an important member of this leading-edge farm management squad. Prove yourself and be given the opportunity to invest in this dynamic farming corporation.

Our idea of a Farm Management Leader is a mechanically inclined problem solver who has the ability to diagnose and repair farm machinery mechanical issues as well as manage an elaborate farm machinery maintenance plan. The Farm Management Leader understands the flow of a grain farm, has a firm grasp of the costs of downtime during peak seasons, and strives to eliminate these downtimes.

We are seeking an individual who understands and embraces quality control, safety and on-farm innovation. The person needs to be a leader and a teacher who will mentor, share knowledge, and coach other staff on all aspects of the farm’s operations. He/she must be a proficient machine operator, with agronomy skills and an aptitude to function in a highly automated organization that uses GPS, automated grain handling systems, and computer programs on a daily basis. The Farm Management Leader should also be willing to learn and participate in off-farm safety and agronomy training.

Does this year-round career opportunity sound interesting to you? If yes, please contact:
Dawn or Leah at Knibbs/Associates sourcing people 306.848.0042

Or send your resume to Dawn@sourcingpeople.ca

#307

Full Time DAIRY HERDSMAN
Memramcook, NB

Employer: Ferme Willie A. LeBlanc & Sons
687, ch. Memramcook-Est Memramcook, NB E4K 1M9
Phone: 758-9056 / 866-7718 / 866-7819
Fax: 758-9778
email: gwl@nbnet.nb.ca

Contact Person: Guy LeBlanc
Farm: Dairy Farm

Duties: All chores associated with dairy farming including field work.

Qualifications:
Positive attitude and ability to work independently. Minimum education accepted is grade twelve. At least five years experience.
Hours: Requires working days and weekends. Shift work is involved.
Salary: Depending on skills and experience

Closing Date: Open until a successful candidate is identified.

#304 May 3, 2011

Part Time Veterinary Technician
Fredericton, NB

Employer: Royal Road Veterinary Hospital
Email: staff@royalroadvet.com

Description: 2-doctor, small animal veterinary hospital.

Address: 23 Royal Parkway, Fredericton, NB E3G0J9
Phone(day): 506-460-8668
Phone(eve): 506-363-4648
FAX: 506-460-8669

Contact Person: Susan or Jason MacArthur

Duties: All duties that normally go along with veterinary technician position ( surgery, animal care and restraint, etc). Will also include front desk and phone ( client communication). Periodic availability for after hours on-call to be arranged.

Qualification: Licensed or registered veterinary technician.

Hours: approx 20 hrs/week, may lead to full time

Wage: Depends on experience/knowledge (minimum start = 12/hour)

Starting Date: immediately

Closing Date: open

#293 April 20, 2011

Service and Installation Person

Employer: Eastern Dairy Services Ltd / Eastern Agri Services Ltd

Company Description:
Eastern Dairy Services Ltd is a growing Maritime Company that serves the Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and New Brunswick dairy industry in the fields of milking, feeding and manure management equipment.

Products:
We offer DeLaval Milking Equipment, Mueller Cooling Equipment, Jamesway Farm Equipment, Valmetal, Faromor Ventilation Equipment, and several smaller lines.

Services:
We offer sales, installation and service of our products.  We offer Supply route services to dairy farmers on a regular basis.  Scheduled Maintenance is also offered to our customers.

Number of Employees: 18 in total

Head Office:
138 Crombe Road
R.R.#1 Shubenacadie, NS B0N 2H0
Phone: 902.758.3898
Fax: 902.758.1080

NB Office: 3509 Route 121
Apohaqui, NB E5P1B4
Phone: 506.432.6944
Fax: 506.433.9017

Contact Email: office@easterndairy.ca

Cover letter / Contact person: Jeff Bokma / Henry TenNapel

Term: Full Time, with Rotational On-Call Duties on weekends and evenings.

Location: Sussex, NB.

Duties: To service and install equipment sold by Eastern Agri Services Ltd.

Qualifications: A team player with the right attitude, an outgoing personality and a good work ethic. A valid driver's license is also required.

Hours: 40-60 hours a week
Wage: Based on experience
To start: ASAP
Other Info: Send resume either in person, fax, or e-mail.

#294 April 20, 2011

Full - Time Dairy Herdsman
Clarence, Anna. Co., NS

Employer: A. & J. Bent Farms Ltd.
Email: ajbent@auracom.com

Dairy Farm Cows: 130
Dairy Farm Forage: 100 Ha. legume/grass mix
Dairy Farm Crops: w. wht/corn/soybeans-80 ha

Accommodations: Apartments available in local towns

Address: 3799 Clarence Rd. R. R. # 3 Lawrencetown, Annapolis Co. NS B0S 1M0

Phone(day): 902-825-6013
Phone(eve): same
FAX: 902-825-3565

Contact Person: Allen or Jacqueline Bent

Duties:
Milking, herd management, maintenance and cleaning of dairy equipment will be the main duties. Some feeding (upright silos and bunkers) and field work in season will be done also. A.I. experience will be an asset.

Qualifications:
A person with a positive attitude and ability to work on their own will be looked on favorably. We want someone who wants to work in the industry long term and cares about producing "quality milk". Fair wages and regular time off are offered.

Hours: 40-50/wk depending on time of year

Pay: $15. per hour starting

Closing Date: until position is filled

Other Info: send resume, including references to our e-mail and you will be contacted.

#258 March 31, 2011

FULL TIME DAIRY FARM ASSISTANT
Mt. Pisgah, N.B

Employer: Frank's Agricultural Ltd
Email: frankjopp@xplornet.ca
Dairy Farm Cows: 70
Dairy Farm Forage: grass silage, corn silage, hay
Dairy Farm Crops: corn, small grain, grass

Address: 490 Knightville Road, Mt. Pisgah, N.B E4G 2P3
Phone(day): 1-506-433-5535
Phone(eve): 1-506-433-5535

Contact Person: Frank Jopp

Duties: Milking, Feeding, Tractor Driving, Maintenance of Equipment

Qualification: Previous experience is an asset, valid drivers license, physically able to perform duties and be in good health, enjoys working with cattle

Hours: 6am - 6pm, with 1 hour breakfast and lunch break, breakfast provided

Wage: to be negotiated, depends on experience

Starting Date: asap

Job #247 March 31, 2011

Agronomist

Employer: Vanco Farms Ltd.

Location: Pownal, PEI

Term: full-time, permanent

Company Description:
Potato and tulip operation

Duties: Conducting various trials, overseeing the Q/A department, monitoring field
performance on Vanco Farms along with various growers from Florida to the
Maritimes that supply potatoes to our plant.

Qualification: Major in Agronomy

Wage: salary to be negotiated

Contact:
Willem VanNieuwenhuyzen
9311 Trans Canada Highway
Mount Albion, PEI
C1A 7J6
Phone(day): 902-651-2970
Phone(eve): 902-651-3249
FAX: 902-651-2207
Email: willem@vancofarms.com

SOIL Apprenticeship Program

Farm Apprenticeship Program Offers Many Career Possibilities

Sackville NB: SOIL - Stewards of Irreplaceable Land is the only national farm apprenticeship program in Canada, with more than 75 farms participating nation-wide. SOIL promotes experiential learning, transferring lasting knowledge to both the farmer and apprentice.

The program is open to anyone interested in learning about farming, aged 18 and older. Apprentices provide dedicated work and enthusiasm in exchange for direct learning with a farmer, plus room and board. An 8-week commitment is requested.

Throughout the Maritimes, SOIL has partnered with ACORN–the Atlantic Canadian Organic Regional Network–to provide locally-based support for apprentices and host farms. With nearly thirty local farms offering instruction on a wide array of farming techniques, apprentices can learn about growing organic heritage vegetables at Whaelghinbran Farm in New Brunswick; or gain lessons in permaculture at Highland Farm in Nova Scotia. As these host farms range in size and production, their diversified settings offer a myriad of possibilities for those interested in agricultural education.

Organic farms represent a thriving new sector of Canadian agriculture. According to the Canadian Agricultural Human Resources Council, more than 50,000 full-time farm-based positions will be available by 2013. Recent studies indicate much opportunity for new organic growers and experienced farm management; identifying markets of expansion and development for the sector as many producers approach retirement.

This unique educational experience, offered through SOIL, provides skill-building opportunities with direct employment and a wide range of career options. For those who dream of owning a farm one day, or who simply want to learn more hands-on, self-sustaining skills, the SOIL program is a perfect fit. It may also be suitable for those students who are taking a break from studies, interested in trades, and even small business management and marketing.

A farm-based apprenticeship can have a life-long effect on apprentices’ future goals and decision-making. While some former SOIL apprentices have developed their own sustainable agricultural enterprises, others have gone on to work in positions promoting food justice and environmental preservation. For many reasons, the SOIL apprenticeship program will be valuable and result in surprising and exciting transformations!

“Knowledge about how our food is produced is helpful for everyone and not just for those who want to become farmers. Being a part of SOIL gave me a wealth of information and inspiration that will affect many aspects of my life,” said Michelle Engel, former SOIL apprentice of Whaelghinbran Farm, NB.

February to April is the ideal time to apply for apprenticeships. Many farms only offer one position, so it’s important to apply early. Please encourage your students to visit the SOIL website for more information and applications.

See www.soilapprenticeships.org for more information and access application forms. In Atlantic Canada, you can also call ACORN at 1-866-322-2676.

To get connected with the SOIL community join our new Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/SOIL-Apprenticeship-Program/13220358017566...

For more information:
Lucia Stephen, ACORN-SOIL Coordinator
506-536-2867
lucia@acornorganic.org

Contact the
Career Services Office
(cso@nsac.ca)
for more details.

Career Services Office, NSAC
Box 550, Truro, NS
B2N 5E3
Ph: (902) 893-7895 Fax: (902) 895-4547