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Reference number
CAP25J-183935-000004
Selection process number
2025-CAP-CB-EA-TERM-0207
Location
Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site (Nova Scotia)
Salary
$27.47 to $29.85 per hour
- Salary under review
Level
GS-MPS-04
Who can apply
Persons employed or residing in Louisbourg, Nova Scotia and within a 120 kilometre radius of Sydney, NS who have a legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.
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About the position
Duties
Visitor services and revenue collection at entrance gateways, information/visitor centres, campgrounds, kiosks and on park, historic site or marine conservation area grounds to enhance the visitor experience.
Intent of the process
This process (will OR may) be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic (profiles OR requirements) in same or other parts of the country.
Important messages
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance - Security Screening: Obtain and maintain Reliability Status security clearance with credit check.
Learn more about security screening process.
Nova Scotia Driver’s License, or other provincial equivalency
A valid certificate in basic First Aid or be willing to take First Aid training.
Operational Requirements
Be willing to work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial holidays when required.
Be willing to wear a Parks Canada uniform when required Wear a Parks Canada Uniform when required.
Be exposed to variable weather conditions.
Be exposed to noxious odors from car fumes, dust.
Be required to occasionally bend, crouch and lift up to 15 kg.
Frequently walking over rough terrain and climbing stairs.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience in interacting with the public in a reception/orientation capacity.
Experience in anticipating/meeting public needs, resolving complaints, anticipating/detecting incidents and finding solutions.
Recent experience in handling cash and operating point of sales.
Experience in helping assemble and dismantle structures and equipment related to visitor experience such as modern or 18th century period tents.
General knowledge of safety and security procedures to safeguard cash, facilities, artifacts and equipment.
Ability to work in a conscientious, consistent and effective manner and provide service excellence.
Ability to identify hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and take appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for yourself and others.
Ability to identify problems and the solutions to them.
Exercises sound judgment.
Communicates effectively.
Takes responsibility.
Demonstrates integrity.
Strives for excellence
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
Bilingual - Imperative (--B/--B)
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Our commitment
We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
How to apply
Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
- Your résumé
- A cover letter - A covering letter "A covering letter "Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see below). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Education and Experience factors found on the Statement of Qualifications (see below), may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
- Contact information for 2 references
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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