Job Description

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JOB POSTING




JOB ID #: 20588 Historical Intrepreter - Museum of Steam and Technology
Planning & Economic Development
Tourism & Culture
900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton NUMBER OF VACANCIES: All current and upcoming part-time vacancies for the period of May 18, 2023 to November 18, 2023 UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside HOURS Of WORK: Up to 24 hours a week
GRADE: F
SALARY/HOUR: $29.085 - $31.614 per hour

• Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Up to 12 months ID #: 796 Vaccine Verification - Applies to all external applicants as well as internal applicants applying to work at the Lodges, Hamilton Paramedic Services and the Red Hill Child Care Centre:
As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.




SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Reports to the Site Supervisor, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology. In accordance with museum standards, enhances the visitor experience by providing site interpretation and orientation. Researches, develops, and delivers public programming, education programs, and events. Performs some clerical, box office, and security functions.
GENERAL DUTIES
Receives visitors and provides historical interpretation of the site through daily public tours; communicates key messages in accordance with the museum?s Commemorative Integrity Statement and interpretative plans.
Assists with research, development, delivery, and evaluation of public-facing programs, including education programs for schools, workshops, special events, exhibitions, outreach, digital programs, and social media.
Responsible for safety of visitors when on site. Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Works with staff, volunteers, and community members to expand accessibility and welcome new and diverse audiences.
Assists with handling and monitoring of artifact collections, including two preserved 19th century water-pumping steam engines and industrial heritage collections.
Opens and closes cash register, sells tickets and merchandise, and maintains associated records. Assists with gift shop merchandizing
Assists in monitoring and securing buildings
Performs other duties as assigned which are related to the major responsibilities of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent museum interpretation, teaching, public programming, and/or customer service experience related to duties listed above.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills; must be able to communicate with groups of mixed ages, cultures, and abilities, and with different levels of interest and knowledge.

• Proven ability to provide interpretation of a historic site and artifact collections, with a focus on the visitor experience and safety

• Ability to research and assist in the planning and co-ordination of interpretation and public programs. Awareness of current best practices is an asset.

• Post-secondary education in museum studies, museum management, teaching, history, or engineering an asset.

• Experience in a computerized environment with working knowledge of Word, Excel, Publisher, and Microsoft Outlook; graphic design, photo and video editing, and social media skills are an asset.

• Must possess initiative, good judgment and the ability to work independently, provide guidance and take leadership role when necessary.

• Experience with artifact handling an asset.

• Must be available to work days, nights and weekends.

NOTE 1:
As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening), at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.
NOTE:
This position may be required to work nights and weekends, as well as staggered work hours to meet operational needs.



Disclaimer: Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination. Terms: The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements. We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department. The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace. It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.