About the position
Duties
Delivers interpretive presentations, programs and activities to provide visitors of the park, historic site or marine conservation area with opportunities to discover, appreciate, and learn about Mi’kmaw culture and understand the significance of Indigenous culture to Canada.
Work environment
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.
Intent of the process
This process will be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic profiles.
Positions to be filled
1
Operational Requirements
Work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays
Wear a reproduction 18th century costume or Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy
Work in varied terrains and inclement or hot weather conditions.
Frequently stand for long periods.
Frequently walk distances up to 2 kilometres (1 mile).
Occasionally climb stairs.
Occasionally bend and crouch.
Occasionally lift up to 10 kg (20 lbs).
Be exposed to dust, smoke from wood and coal fires, and other airborne irritants.
May handle and fire historic weapons.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
A secondary school diploma or PSC approved alternatives or acceptable combination of education, training, experience or traditional knowledge relevant to position.
Note: Acceptable combination of education, training and experience:
Two years of secondary school or PSC approved alternatives; AND
• Successful completion of a minimum of one (1) course relevant to the duties of the position (e.g., courses taken through continuing education facilities, colleges, universities, professional or governmental organizations or employers including training provided by Aboriginal elders or group that may include but are not limited to courses in heritage interpretation, communications, public speaking, performing arts); AND
• A minimum of three (3) months experience working in the fields of education, interpretation, and/or outreach-communications.
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Experience in communicating/delivering messages about Indigenous heritage and culture in Eastern Nova Scotia.
Knowledge of Indigenous Culture and Heritage in Eastern Nova Scotia;
Knowledge of communication, presentation and interpretive techniques such as storytelling, demonstration, theatre programs.
Client Focus – Ensures excellence in internal and external customer service;
Initiative – Address situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities;
Teamwork – Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals;
Communication through Interpretation – Delivers presentations using effective communication techniques. Actively engages visitors in conversations with an education purpose. Engages and entertains an audience while communicating heritage values and messages
Personally connects with others
Strives for Excellence
Exercise Sound Judgment
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.
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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.
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How to apply
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Information you must provide
- Your résumé
- A cover letter
- 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.