Interpretation Supervisor, Fort Edmonton Park

1 week ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada City of Edmonton Full time

Interpretation Supervisor, Fort Edmonton Park (Recreation Technician II) up to 8 months, potential to be extended up to 10 months

Job Number:

45619
Are you passionate about the history of Edmonton and Western Canada? Do you love to facilitate memory making experiences? Does the thought of being a leader make you excited?


In this challenging and exciting role, you will be a part of the Core Program team at Fort Edmonton Park.

Our team works collaboratively to provide both authentic and unique experiences to our guests.

You'll use your skills to help develop, supervise and lead a team of Historical Interpreters delivering historical programming which gives a voice to people and stories from the past and brings Edmonton's rich history to life.

Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style.

To visualize what it's like to be on our team, watch this video.

With a focus on the City of Edmonton's Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

  • Recruit, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate Historical Interpretation staff and volunteers
  • Lead and facilitate the development, implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement of historical interpretive programs and special event activities for your assigned area
  • Complete administrative tasks related to the interpretation program, including submitting timesheets, writing program reports, collecting statistical information and ordering/maintaining program supplies
  • Lead and assist with regular staff meetings for assigned program area during the public operating season
  • Provide assistance and direction to staff, volunteers and visitors while acting as onsite supervisor, including responding to visitor inquiries and first aid emergencies
  • Coordinate and implement special/outreach projects and events, including set up, oversight and interpretive programming
  • Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Completion of the first year of a recognized Recreation Administration or related diploma or degree program with an emphasis on Education, History, Museum Studies or a related field
  • Minimum 1 year of experience delivering related historical interpretation, recreational, cultural or educational programs
  • Previous supervisory experience including direct experience supervising staff in a recreational or educational setting is preferred
  • Experience working independently as well as with a team of internal staff and volunteers
  • Experience planning, developing and organizing special event activities
  • Demonstrated ability or knowledge in education, history, drama or a related field
  • Ability to instruct, organize and supervise group activities
  • Knowledge of Western Canadian history
  • Highly developed and demonstrable verbal and written communication abilities and interpersonal skills
  • Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the assigned tasks and duties of the position, including hauling items such as totes, program supplies and other miscellaneous items up and down stairs and across some distances
  • Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Certificates are required prior to employment
  • Hire is dependent on Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
  • Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
  • Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City's leadership competencies, please visit
  • Applicants may be tested
For more information, please refer to our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy ) and COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure )

_Up to 2 temporary part-time positions for up to 8 months, with the potential to be extended up to 10 months_

Hours of Work:
Up to 39 hours per week.
_Weekends, holidays and some evening work is required._
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time.

Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.


Salary:
$ $ Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant:
TD/SG

Classification Title:
Recreation Technician II

Posting Date:
Jan 13, 2023

Closing Date:
Jan 23, :59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to): - Temporary Part-time

Union:
CSU 52

Department:
Community Recreation and Culture

Work Location(s): Fort Edmonton Pa

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