Job Posting

The Office of the Municipal Clerk with the Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for up to 3 casual/part-time Audio-Visual Technician (Camera Operators) to provide technical support for meetings of Regional Council, Community Council, and Standing Committees on an as required basis.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set-up and operate AV equipment via the in-house software (microphones, recordings, displays, web casting, video conferencing systems) for meetings.
• Initiate, operate and monitor AV systems during meetings: switching inputs, managing microphones, starting/stopping recordings, and monitoring sound/video quality.
• Report issues requiring service to on-site technical support before, during and after meetings to ensure smooth operation and minimal downtime.
• Conduct a pre-event technical check: test audio clarity, mic coverage, camera framing and screen sharing.
• Coordinate with meeting organizers and IT team to ensure proper AV configuration.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma and training in a program related to, AV Communications and Technology or Film/Video and TV and Digital Technology.
• Demonstrated experience in camera operation, sound set-up and/or other related technical services.
• A combination of related education and experience may be considered. Candidates relying on a combination of related education and experience are asked to demonstrate this on their application.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Good communications skills to work effectively with other members of the Council support team.
• Sound judgement and ability to work independently.
• Orientation will be provided to the specific systems and services.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

WORK STATUS: Casual, part-time, term positions.

HOURS OF WORK: Meeting dates and times vary Monday through Friday between 9 am and 10 pm depending on operational needs. Hours will be recorded from the arrival at the work location 30 minutes prior to the meeting until the end of the meeting plus 15 minutes. There will be a guaranteed minimum of 3 hours per meeting for Regional Council and 2.5 hours for other meetings, including set-up and wrap-up. Flexibility will be required as needed to provide support to Regional Council and Committee meetings given meeting duration may extend beyond scheduled end times, with possible cancellation on short notice.

SALARY: This position will pay $30 per hour.

WORK LOCATION: City Hall.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 PM on Sunday, May 31, 2026

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax.

(position #72281563)