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Visitor Services Student - Fort George National Historic Site
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Closing: 2025-06-22

Visitor Services Student - Fort George National Historic Site

Reference number: CAP25J-022258-000056
Selection process number: 2025-CAP-SWON-EA-STU-NIA-002C
Parks Canada - Fort George National Historic Site - Southwestern Ontario Field Unit
Fort George NHS (Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON)
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Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in protecting and presenting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage?

Are you a student currently enrolled in an academic program or a recent graduate in the last 4 months?

If so, apply to any of the great opportunities available to work with Parks Canada this summer!
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Term from June to September 2025
$17.36 to $18.42 per hour (Salary to be determined at the time of the appointment)

For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada - Fort George National Historic Site

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Closing date: 22 June 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: To be eligible, you must be: A student in an accredited institution or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

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Fort George NHS

We are currently looking for motivated students to work in a variety of positions at Ft. George National Historic Site in Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON. Canada’s War of 1812 comes to life inside Fort George, site of a key battle more than 200 years ago. Trained interpreters in historical dress share stories of the lives of British soldiers and their families, as well as the fateful day the fort fell to American forces. Don’t miss this great opportunity to gain work experience in one of Canada’s best National Historic Sites.

* Important: We do not offer staff housing or accommodations.

Duties

SU-03 Visitor Services Attendant
Visitor services and revenue collection at various visitor service locations including visitor centres, entry gates, day use areas and retail locations, to enhance visitor experience. This includes providing comprehensive information to the visiting public on a wide variety of topics including but not limited to: points of interest, safety, park regulations and policies, selling a variety of passes, and properly accounting for revenue received.
Bilingualism (English & French) is an asset.

Work environment

Do you want to contribute to an exceptional mandate?
Would you like to work with partners who are passionate about what they do?
𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒔 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒂 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖!

🏆 Parks Canada is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024) and by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in the National Capital Region (2024).

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Benefits of Working with Parks Canada

• Work in Iconic Locations: Enjoy working in some of Canada’s most beautiful and historic places.
• Diverse Workplaces: Experience a variety of work environments, from historic forts to stunning natural landscapes.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusivity.
• Positive Impact: Contribute to preserving and presenting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to hire youths for summer 2025. The exact number of positions available is to be determined. Opportunities are 37.5 or 40 hours per week.

We may only contact candidates who demonstrated clearly in their resume the skills required for this opportunity.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

🎓To be eligible, you must be:
• A secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
English Essential or Bilingual (English & French)
Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.

Information on language requirements

📋Abilities:

A1 • Ability to carry out instructions accurately, safely and efficiently;
A2 • Ability to communicate effectively and influence others;
A3 • Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate Parks Canada messages;
A4 • Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team;
A5 • Ability to work in a virtual environment.

⭐Personal Suitability:

PS1 • Excellent interpersonal abilities (friendliness, tact, responsiveness, enthusiasm);
PS2 • Sound Judgement;
PS3 • Initiative;
PS4 • Dependable.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Depending on the position, possession of a valid class G1, G2 or G driver’s license;
• Work shiftwork, 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;
• 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.

Other information

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 and please identify which position(s) and site you are interested in. (e.g. SU-03 at Ft. George).
• Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.
• Or apply directly through the jobs.gc.ca website.

*Please note, that as a diverse employer, Parks Canada encourages students and youth 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.


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