Student Heritage Interpreter

Parks Canada

Closing date: April 26, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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Reference number
CAP26J-183935-000013

Selection process number
2026-CAP-CB-EA-SU-0032

Location
Glace Bay (Nova Scotia)

Salary
$17.75 to $28.30 per hour - (based on the student's current academic level)

Level
SU-01

Who can apply
All eligible students 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.
To be eligible, you must be:
• Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program; or
• Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution, and
• Meet the minimum age requirement to work in the province or territory where the job is located as well as to any specific age student program requirements.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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Operational Requirements

Willing and able to work: irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or on statutory holidays, when required.

Must be willing to wear a Parks Canada uniform when required.

Be exposed to variable weather conditions.

Willing and able to operate and maintain an electric mower and snipper. PPE will be provided.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Experience in paid or volunteer work that entailed direct contact and communication with the public.

Ability to deliver messages/information to groups in face-to-face situations with the purpose of education, engagement, entertainment and/or motivation.

Ability to anticipate/meet public needs, resolve complaints, anticipate/detect incidents and find solutions

Ability to communicate orally in a volume and manner that suggests interest and engagement

Makes things happen.
Personally connects with people.
Communicates effectively.
Takes responsibility.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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Bilingual Imperative – Oral interaction

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 in 1,000 words (maximum) "Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see below).
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.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Human Resources - CBFU
Email address: