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Indigenous Heritage Specialist (Seasonal)

Organization:
Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism, and Culture Industries
Division:
Fort William Historical Park / Program Development and Implementation
City:
Thunder Bay
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months
Job Code:
02922 - Museum Assistant 1
Salary:
$805.07 - $937.51 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Posting Status:
Open
Job ID:
165344
Fort William Historical Park is one of the largest living history attractions in North America. The park provides cultural, heritage, entertainment and educational experiences for residents and visitors to Northwestern Ontario.

Fort William Historical Park celebrates, respects and honours the culture, heritage, history, and past and present contributions of Indigenous Peoples. As one of Ontario's significant heritage and culture attractions, Fort William Historical Park aims to represent Indigenous Peoples, their cultures and traditions at the highest standard. Fort William Historical Park is committed to continually improving our facilities and services to provide visitors with outstanding Indigenous cultural programming.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• Provide assistance in the research, development, training and implementation of Indigenous heritage programs and activities;
• Monitor and evaluate historical interpretations, dramas, tours, special events, education and outreach programs;
• Portray a role in traditional and historic-inspired clothing and participate in historical dramatizations, festivals and artisan demonstrations;
• Conduct research to ensure accuracy in the depiction of programs;
• Provide technical direction to students, and provide information to staff, stakeholders and community interest groups.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You may be required to attend overnight functions, travel to out of town events and off-hour programs, and work on holidays and weekends.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• You have knowledge of or the desire to learn about storytelling, living history interpretation, drama and education methodologies and applications
• You have knowledge of Indigenous culture, history and perspective
• You have knowledge of or the desire to learn about natural history, period hunting, fishing and trapping techniques, as well as fabrication, construction, and esthetic techniques pertaining to relevant Indigenous material culture
• You have the desire to teach and share Indigenous perspectives and world views
• You have the desire to share advice on cultural program development, and participate in historical programming

Communication, Public Speaking and Interpersonal Skills:

• You can effectively share your knowledge and skills with others
• You have written or verbal skills necessary to share program content and convey key program information
• You have knowledge of or the desire to learn traditional harvesting practices such as birch bark, spruce root, sphagnum moss and more

Group Leadership and Teamwork Skills:

• You can provide guidance and mentorship to staff and volunteers, and respond to customer service related issues
• You can work effectively in a team environment

Analytical, Problem Solving and Research Skills:

• You can conduct research to ensure accuracy in the depiction of programs
• You can develop Indigenous cultural programs specific to audience needs

Additional Information:

Address:
  • 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 1350 King Rd, Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3-A
Category:
Parks
Posted on:
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Note:
  • In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

    Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

    A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
  • Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
  • The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 8, 2021 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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