Student Inventory-Summer Jobs in Western Newfoundland and Labrador-National Historic Sites - Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

Description

Student Inventory-Summer Jobs in Western Newfoundland and Labrador-National Historic Sites

Reference number: CAP24J
Selection process number: 2024-PCA-WNL-S-EA-002 Parks Canada
L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site (Newfoundland and Labrador), Port-au-Choix National Historic Site (Newfoundland and Labrador), Red Bay (Newfoundland and Labrador)
SU-06 - Student Heritage Communicator (SU-06)
Salary to be determined based on the level of education required by the student employment categories and the completed current academic level.

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Closing date: 31 May :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: 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.
All eligible students who have 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.

Important messages

We are 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 use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Applications for this inventory competition will be pulled on January 26, 2024.
Subsequent applications will be pulled if and when required.

We accept online applications only. Please do not send applications directly to the
contact email below.

Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to
the closing date.

Duties

Student Heritage Communicator (SU-06)
Deliver on-site programs for specific audience needs using a variety of new and
innovative approaches. Greet and orient visitors, respond to questions and provide
information about National Historic Sites, Gros Morne National Park, other sites in the
Field Unit, Parks Canada, and the surrounding areas.

Work environment

Parks Canada in Western Newfoundland and Labrador offers a number of employment options for students. Students are employed each summer in L'Anse aux Meadow's, Port au Choix and Red Bay National Historic Sites in a variety of positions.

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.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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.

Experience:
Experience working with the public.
Experience in a team environment.
Experience handling cash.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Parks Canada, its programs and/or services

• Basic knowledge of services, activities and facilities specific to L'Anse aux Meadows, Port-au-Choix, and Red Bay National Historic Sites.

Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and provide information to the general public, supervisors and fellow employees

• Teamwork skills

• Ability to deliver presentations using effective communication techniques.

Personal Suitability:

• Exercises Sound Judgment

• Demonstrates reliability and dependability

• Attention to detail

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Operational Requirements:

• Candidates must be willing to wear the Parks Canada uniform and/or costume.

• Candidates must be willing to work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.

• Candidates are responsible for their own transportation to/from the work location – transportation is not provided.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Required

• Successful candidate may be required to possess and maintain a valid class 5 driver's
licence, if applicable to the position.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.