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INTERPRETIVE GUIDE--Part Time

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Job Order #: 5381801

NOC: 6441
Employer Name:
Wanuskewin Heritage Park
Wage/Salary Info:
$15/hr
Posted Date:
05-Sep-2014
Location:
SASKATOON
 
# of Positions:
1
Employment Terms:
Part Time
Education:
Completed at least some post-secondary
Apply By:
19-Sep-2014
How to Apply?:
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Employer Name:
Wanuskewin Heritage Park
Employer Address:
 
RR4 PENNER RD
SASKATOON,SK
CANADA
S7K3J7
Contact Name:
Glenda Abbott
Contact Phone:
306-931-6767
Contact Fax:
306-931-4522
Contact Email:
glenda.abbott@wanuskewin.com
Employer Website:
www.wanuskewin.com


Description

Wanuskewin Heritage Park (WHP) is accepting applications for part time Interpretive Guides reporting to the Visitor Services Manager.  The position will include the following accountabilities:
- Recommends and actively supports the development and implementation of all programming including demonstrations, workshops, interpretation of Plains Indigenous Cultures, natural history and ecological features, exhibits, displays and artifacts
- Research heritage presentation topics  and themes; identify audience requirements
- Determine and apply a variety of heritage presentation and interpretation techniques in the development of meaningful, captivating and enjoyable presentations, non-personal interpretive product and demonstrations
- Participates in the delivery of programming through interpretation, storytelling, dancing, and singing both on-site and off
- Adapts presentations to meet specific audience requirement
- Ensure safety compliance internally and externally with visitors and guests and adherence to WHP policy and procedures

Post-secondary education in hospitality, interpretive programming, education, biology, archaeology, natural history, tourism or First Nations studies is preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal cultures and traditions as well as previous experience conducting presentations is required. Previous experience in public speaking, storytelling and conducting First Nations dance would be considered an asset. Successful candidate(s) will be required to produce a CPIC and have reliable transportation prior to commencement of work. People with Aboriginal Ancestry will be given preference (HRC-E-91-09) (HRC-E-91-17)

Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.

 

Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills
 - Writing
 - Oral communication
 - Working with others
 - Problem solving
 - Decision making
 - Critical thinking
 - Job task planning and organizing
 - Computer use
 - Continuous learning
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
 - Driver's License
Specific Skills
 - Utilize microphones or other communication devices
 - Describe points of interest
 - Collect administration or entrance fees
 - Attend to customers' special needs
Tours Focus
 - Historical sites
Geographical Areas of Specialization
 - Canada

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