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Woodside NHS
We are currently looking for motivated students to work at Woodside National Historic Site in Kitchener, ON. Woodside National Historic Site was the boyhood home of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada's tenth and longest-serving Prime Minister. This Victorian home, filled with King family heirlooms and period reproductions, is a portal to the Victorian era in Canada. Don’t miss this great opportunity to gain work experience in one of Canada’s best National Historic Sites.
Responsible for learning and delivering education programs, presenting interpretive demonstrations, leading guided tours, assisting with the development and presentation of special events, acting as an ambassador for the site (both on-site and off-site), as well as other related activities. Additionally, working on the site’s point of sale system and some custodial duties. This includes but is not limited to the daily cleaning of: day use area washrooms/pit privies, grounds cleaning and litter picking, emptying of trash and recycling receptacles.
The intent of this process is to hire a student for fall 2024. The exact number of positions available is to be determined. Opportunities are up to 22.5 hours per week (weekends).
Positions to be filled: 3
Your résumé.
Abilities & Skills:
• Ability to carry out instructions accurately, safely and efficiently;
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence others;
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate Parks Canada messages;
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team;
Various language requirements
English Essential or Bilingual (English & French)
Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.
Information on language requirements
To be eligible, you must be:
• a secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution; or
• Excellent interpersonal abilities (friendliness, tact, responsiveness, enthusiasm);
• Sound Judgement;
• Initiative;
• Dependable;
Reliability Status security clearance
Depending on the position, possession of a valid class G1, G2 or G driver’s license;
Work shift-work, including evening, weekends, and holidays;
Wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy and/or dress in period costume as per Parks Canada requirements;
Handle historic weapons and artifacts;
Work outdoors in varying temperatures and inclement weather;
Work and/or travel in varied terrains and by various means of transportation;
Parks Canada prohibits smoking in the workplace.
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
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How to Apply:
• Email your resume directly to .
• Please apply directly through the jobs.gc.ca website.
• Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.
*Please note, that as a diverse employer, Parks Canada encourages students from all backgrounds to apply. Preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as youth facing an employment barrier, including Indigenous youth, visible minority youth, or youth with a disability.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.