Specialist, Heritage Programming

Specialist, Heritage Programming (Part-time)Join to apply for the Specialist, Heritage Programming (Part-time) role at City of Ottawa / Ville d’OttawaSpecialist, Heritage Programming (Part-time)2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Specialist, Heritage Programming (Part-time) role at City of Ottawa / Ville d’OttawaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Requisition ID: 18080Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept.Service: Community Rec, Culture & Sport ServicesEmployment Type: Multiple Part-time Permanent positions- Up to 24 hours/weekAffiliation: CUPE 503 PT Rec & CultSalary Information: $23.678 - $34.578per hour (2024 rates of pay)Various Shifts: Days, Evenings, WeekendsLocation: Various LocationsCity: Ottawa, ONJob Category: Recreation, Cultural & Facility ServicesApplication Close: 07/06/2026Job SummaryCultural and Heritage Programs is responsible for multi-disciplinary arts centres, heritage and museum facilities and structures, the delivery of arts, heritage and museum public programming and events, volunteer program development, audience development, and exhibits and research.You are responsible for: interpretive and educational program development as well as delivery at the City of Ottawa’s historic sites and museums; ongoing work on heritage projects, including preparation and coordination of heritage programming materials and supplies; and historical research for educational and promotional use. You work with the Education and Interpretation Programs Officers to develop and deliver heritage programming to Museum users, and receive and direct visitors. You also answer public inquiries (such as genealogy research and questions related to the site’s history), dispense public information, and perform reception and clerical duties as needed, including program bookings, mailings, reservations and confirmations.Heritage programming may include, but is not limited to: print shop operations, sawmill assistance, pump factory operations, blacksmith shop operations, carpentry, animal and livestock husbandry, farming and agriculture, and operation of heritage farm equipment, including vintage tractors.Education And ExperienceCompletion of 2 years of university or college in History, Social Sciences, Museum Studies, Education or related discipline.Minimum of 2 years of interpretive or educational experience in a museum environment, or 2 years of experience teaching in a school environment.Minimum of 1 year experience in historical research and project writing, or 1 year of experience in a heritage trade.CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCESCurrent Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificatesAODA Customer Service/IASR TrainingKNOWLEDGEHistorical facts and information about the city of OttawaOttawa’s historical sites, museums, archives and other heritage institutionsEducational and interpretive programming techniquesPractical knowledge of heritage trade(s)Theories and practices of teachingOntario School curriculumProper museological techniques for the handling and display of artifactsCurrent trends in museum educational programsClient service needsProject managementMS Office software including MS Word and MS Excel.General visitor centre procedures and techniquesKnowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.Competencies, Skills And AbilitiesDemonstrable skill in heritage trade(s)Excellent communicationExcellent promotional skillsVery good organizational and multitasking skillsExcellent writing skillsDemonstrated ability to lead, coordinate, and supervise staffBudget managementMake decisions, design and implement programsAble to multi-task and work independently as well as in a team settingFlexibility and ability to cope with a changing working environmentThrives and fosters a continuous learning environmentDemonstrates leadership, initiative and creativityOrganized, efficient and productiveExcellent people skillsAble to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekendsWhat You Need To KnowLanguage Requirement: English oral, reading, writingPolice Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. 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