Work Experience Opportunity Posting: Science & Heritage Interpreter
United Way Work Experience Opportunities Grant
| Anticipated start date: | As soon as possible |
| Terms of employment: | Temporary 6-week job placement; Full-time |
| Stipend: | $1,200 per 2-week pay period |
| Application deadline: | Open until filled |
| Number of positions: | 2 |
About This Funded Opportunity:
This opportunity is funded by the United Way Work Experience Opportunities Grant and is open to individuals who receive or are eligible for BCEA/PWD (or federal equivalent for on-reserve) and/or face barriers to employment. The focus of grant funding is to support individuals who are recipients or eligible to receive income or disability assistance and who may have barriers to labour market participation. Income verification is required. See Income Verification Guidelines here. Participants will receive a fixed stipend to support their involvement in this learning experience. The stipend does not reflect compensation for work performed.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking people who are comfortable engaging with the public in a friendly, outgoing, and professional manner. You will be greeting visitors, interpreting historical and science exhibits, offering more information on the exhibited materials, answering visitors’ questions, and maintaining an overall positive atmosphere to enhance the visitor’s experience. You are comfortable presenting information to visitors in a friendly, interactive, engaging, and professional manner.
What are the hours?
A regular workday is 8 hours, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
About the job:
The Science & Heritage Interpreter will have the opportunity to assist with visitor engagement under staff supervision, engaging visitors by sharing our stories through activities, demonstrations, and general visitor interaction. The Interpreter will provide support on the gallery floor or for special events and provide information to visitors about the museum, its collections, and its exhibits. The Interpreter will work to enhance the visitor’s experience at The Exploration Place through interaction and engagement related to our community, science, and history.
Must present a friendly demeanour while interacting with visitors of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. Must embrace and model outstanding customer service to all and be willing to provide solutions to whatever comes your way.
In collaboration with our team, you may contribute to the following areas:
- Interpreting museum exhibits and answering questions from a diverse group of visitors
- Setting up or taking down equipment, supplies, or furniture for special events
- Greeting and engaging visitors, making them feel welcome
- Cleaning and disinfecting as directed
- Ensuring that all applicable policies, procedures, and regulations are followed
- Reporting any noteworthy visitor feedback, issues, incidents, or concerns to the supervisor
- Performing other daily routine duties, including general guest services and supervision, cleaning and maintenance, coverage for front desk, etc., as necessary
- Representing the museum with the utmost integrity, exemplifying the core values and mission of our organization
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities we are looking for:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Willing to submit to a criminal record check (given the interaction with children or vulnerable populations)
- Comfort with public speaking and presenting in a friendly manner with an outgoing personality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A strong interest or sound knowledge of science, history, and culture, with a willingness to learn
- Able to communicate in a confident, kind, tactful, and professional manner with visitors and staff
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-oriented facility, in cooperation with other staff and departments
- Ability to work closely and communicate respectfully with The Exploration Place team at large
- Must be dependable and committed to carrying out your responsibilities to the best of your ability
The following will be considered an asset for this position:
- Background or interest in theatre, performance, or public presentation
This placement is not considered employment and does not create an employer-employee relationship. It is governed by the terms of the United Way Work Experience Opportunities Grant.
The Exploration Place is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and others who face systemic barriers to employment. Accommodations are available upon request.
Only successful applicants will be contacted. Please email your application with the subject heading “Interpreter Job Placement Application” as a PDF with your resume to:
Attn: Steve Carras EMAIL: steve.carras@theexplorationplace.com
| LOCATED AT: 333 Becott Place in Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park Prince George, BC V2L 4V7 |
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