We have completed our summer 2024 hiring, with the exception of the Animal Care Coordinator position for which our search is still ongoing.
Animal Care Coordinator
Application deadline: Until candidate is found Full-time summer position starting May 6th for 15-18 weeks (length to be determined) View details and application process here. Please check back for fall 2024 positions. |
Working with Back to the Sea!
You may send inquiries about any position prior to applying to backtotheseastaff@gmail.com. Working Conditions & Culture Some positions require a mix of working from home with in-person work. Our team makes use of the Google suite (Drive, Chat & Meetings) to ensure an organized and positive online working environment. We abide by a “Fun yet Professional” work culture and love to celebrate wins! The schedule varies week to week and all team members must be available to work some weekends, holidays and occasional evenings. We are a past "Best Co-op Employer" nominee for Dalhousie University. Physical Requirements Working at the Back to the Sea Centre requires standing for extended periods, having your hands in cold salt water on a daily basis and occasionally involves the lifting of heavy water buckets. Positions may also require walking along coastlines that may be somewhat rugged (for Tidal Trekkers and occasional events). The Back to the Sea Centre is wheelchair accessible. Should the chosen candidate have any disability that makes the standard nature of this position is not possible, we will work with them to ensure that this position is accessible to them. Candidate must be comfortable handling live marine animals and capable of having their hands submerged in water containing shellfish. Commitment to Employment Equity Back to the Sea aspires to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity of this country and encourages applications from everyone. This includes applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities, people of the LGBTQ+ community and Women to occupy positions where they are underrepresented. It is the responsibility of every team member of Back to the Sea to embrace a culture that promotes diversity. Past Staff Testimonial "I have never worked for people who are so nice yet get so much done!" |