Job Description

Heritage Interpreter - Student

https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?toggleLanguage=en&poster=2381369

(Cette information est egalement disponible en francais sur demande).

About the position

Duties

You arrive at the gates of Fort Rodd Hill, a late Victorian military fortification that was active in both World Wars, and the iconic Fisgard Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on the west coast of Canada, and prepare to welcome visitors from around the world. Fellow interpreters roam the site, wearing clothing from the 1860's at the Lighthouse, or military uniforms from the 1890's through the Second World War at the Fort. The setting overlooks the Olympic mountains, and features diverse wildlife in and around the Garry Oak Learning Meadow.

You deliver historical interpretive programming to visitors and assist in executing events. You share stories and teach visitors the secrets of the fort while delivering programs to audiences of all ages. You will respond to public questions, comments and concerns related to the site. You may research and learn about the history of Fort Rodd Hill, Victoria, and the objects on display at the site. At the end of the day, you leave with a sense that you have contributed to enhancing visitors' understanding and enjoyment of these two unique National Historic Sites. At the end of the summer, you leave with an appreciation for British Columbia's history, an exciting resume of interpretive skills, and fun memories of events and encounters.

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.

At Parks Canada, presenting, educating and sharing the stories of national parks and historic sites to the public is a key part of what we do.

Are you motivated? Creative and energetic? A strong communicator? Do you enjoy nature and history? A summer job as a Parks Canada team member might be right for you!

The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024).

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to hire students for the 2026 summer season (May to September).The results may be used in the future to fill other temporary vacancies that may arise in Coastal BC Field Unit, in various locations, with full or part-time hours for various tenures, depending on the status of the selected candidate.

Important messages

The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered. Parks Canada housing may be not available for all locations. Employees are responsible for their own housing, food, transportation and other costs. Employees are responsible for their own transportation to and from work. You may be assessed using a variety of assessment tools, such as, but not limited to: written exams, interviews, reference checks, recent and past performance assessments, self-assessments, and candidate achievement records, among others. All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $24.72 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person