EMPLOYMENT OPportunity

Arisaig Community Development Association will be hiring two to three people to work in the Arisaig Lobster Interpretive Marine Life Centre (LIMLC) for the 2023 season.

The terms of these positions are dependent on government grant approval and will be confirmed once funding is approved.  Proposed terms of employment are subject to change depending on the amount of funding received. Applicants hired under grant funding must meet the grant requirements if selected.

The positions available include:

Student Manager - early May to September 2023, 40 hours per week.

Technical Assistant - July to early September 2023, 35 hours per week.

Customer Service Agent - late June to August 2023, 35 hours per week.

The Arisaig Lobster Interpretive Marine Life Centre highlights the culture and heritage of the communities served by Arisaig Community Development Association, with a special focus on the fishing industry. The Centre provides a unique experience for visitors with hands-on exhibits, a documentary video on the local fishery, live marine species, artifacts, sale of live lobster and lobster products, gift shop items, public lecture series, and more.

If you are interested in one of the positions, please email your resume and cover letter to: acda.communications@gmail.com. If you do not receive acknowledgement of receipt of your documents within three business days, call 902-863-1509 to verify.  Interviews for these positions will begin mid-April.

An information session about the Lobster Interpretive Marine Life Centre will be held at Arisaig Hall on April 2, 6:00 pm.  All are welcome.

In addition to specific duties outlined below, all staff respond to visitors’ questions about the exhibits, the local fishery, and culture. They demonstrate the various exhibits as needed, conduct sale transactions, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and assist with planning and set up for public lectures, tour groups, and special events. Successful candidates will have good communication skills; an ability to collaborate and work effectively with others; availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends; and ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Police background checks are required for all staff and volunteers involved with the LIMLC before starting at the Centre.

Student Manager

The Student Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the LIMLC, including staff scheduling. They are responsible for daily inventory of lobster products and gift counter items. The Student Manager assists with training and supervising staff on the operation of all equipment, including the care of live specimens (lobster, touch tank species, and aquariums), and daily cleaning of equipment. They report directly to the Operations Manager. 

The Student Manager should have a minimum of one year of University or Community College education completed, however, a candidate with relevant work experience will also be considered. Preferred areas of study include tourism, service industry, education, marine biology, aquatics, history, or arts/culture. Familiarity with the local fishery, and/or the culture and heritage of the area is an asset. 

Technical Assistant

In addition to the duties listed above for all staff, the Technical Assistant helps with set up and troubleshooting the technological systems (sale systems, computer programs, audio visual equipment), and helps manage social media accounts for the Centre.  The Technical Assistant reports directly to the Student Manager.  

The Technical Assistant should have some high school, community college or university education, however, a candidate with related work experience will also be considered. 

Customer Service

The main role of the Customer Service employee is to respond to the needs of visitors including answering questions, assisting with exhibits as necessary, packaging and selling live lobster products and gift counter items, keeping all areas of the LIMLC clean and clear of any debris (tripping hazards, including water spillage, etc.). Other duties as assigned.  The customer service employee reports directly to the Student Manager. 

The Customer Service Employee must have proof of acceptance or proof of returning to a post-secondary educational institution (University or Community College) in the fall of 2023.   Preferred areas of study include tourism, service industry, education, marine biology, aquatics, history, and arts/culture.