Indigenous Lead Hand

may 25, 2023 | seasonal |

Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the training and orientation of new staff; particularly our Indigenous Interpreters
• Delegates work assignments while supervising staff and volunteers who provide interpretive services for Park guests.
• Arranges for emergency and lunch relief as required.
• Prepares interpretive sites — in particular the tipi village and Metis exhibits.
• Procuring, preparing, organizing and distributing objects and supplies for program use; with a focus on the tipi village and Metis programmed sites.
• May rotate through a series of exhibits, providing breaks for Interpreters and delivering interpretive programs in their absence.
• Works with the Interpretation team in determining objectives and assessing the performance of interpretive staff and volunteers.
• Ensures exhibit areas are operated in accordance with prescribed standards of safety, security and cleanliness, completing maintenance request forms as required.
• Assists with special programs upon request.
• Provides knowledge and guidance of Indigenous cultures (in particular First Nations of Treaty 7 and/or Metis Nation 3) to act as a resource for our interpreters.
• Provides service and/or information to guests.
• Performs other duties as required

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated background and knowledge in working with Indigenous peoples & Indigenous culture is required
• High School diploma plus some post-secondary education in related areas (western Canadian history, historical interpretation, communications). A combination of historical/cultural knowledge, communication skills and supervisory skills will be considered.
• Experience as an Exhibit Interpreter at Heritage Park is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Traditional Indigenous cultural skills considered an asset
• Demonstrated responsible leadership skills and the ability to approach tasks independently
• Strong organizational, supervisory and communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment
• Mature judgement and respect towards others with a constant attention for safety and security concerns

Special Working Conditions

• This position may be required to stand or walk for long periods of time and may be exposed to extreme temperatures depending on the weather.
• There may be prolonged exposure to wood smoke
• Exposure to wood smoke for extended periods of time
• The appropriate costume will be provided by the Costuming Department to be work when providing interpretation in an exhibit

Hours of Work

• Commitment to five days per week for the summer (includes weekends) plus weekends during fall; hours of work vary.

How to Apply

Please fill out the form below or send your resume and cover letter by email to hr@heritagepark.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.