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Fort Fright Scare Actor- Fort Henry

2 months ago

Kingston, Canada St. Lawrence Parks Commission Full time

Fort Fright Scare Actor

COMPETITION No: 2023-SLPC-1326

CLASSIFICATION: Fort Henry Guard

COMPENSATION GROUP: OPSEU - Technical

SALARY RANGE: $15.50 per hour *Note: In the event that there is a legislated increase to the minimum wage, employees at the start rate of the Fort Henry Guard classification will receive the new hourly rate of pay.

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: September 20th, 2023 - October 31, 2023

Group 2 seasonal recurring

HOURS OF WORK: Variable to 36 hours per week

DIVISION: Fort Henry National Historic Site

LOCATION: Kingston

POSTING DATE: July 21, 2023

CLOSING DATE: August 11, 2023**

AREA OF SEARCH: Open

Let your spooky side out this fall by being a part of the grand return of the well-known haunted house located at Historic Fort Henry, Fort Fright. If you are a creative individual with experience in theatre or interpretation, this job is for you

We are seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our Fort Fright staff as Scare Actors. As a Scare Actor, you will play an integral role in creating a spine-chilling and unforgettable experience for our visitors. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality scares, engaging with guests, and maintaining the overall ambiance of the haunted attraction. If you have a passion for horror, enjoy performing, and love to terrify people, this is the perfect job for you.

**WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO DO IN THIS ROLE?**

You will:

- Act in the role of a specific character and employ various scare tactics to effectively frighten visitors;
- Entertain and terrify visitors to Fort Henry’s Fort Fright event;
- Nightly set up and clean up of the event;
- Ensuring a safe and enjoyable visitor experience by monitoring the site and reporting any actual or potential hazards and providing excellent customer service;
- Work outside in various weather conditions;
- Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests.

**HOW DO I QUALIFY?**

MANDATORY

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

You have:

- Experience in theatre or interpretation;
- Knowledge and experience of playing a character role;
- Knowledge of “dark” events and scare techniques;
- Knowledge of tourism and its economic impact;
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario and the ability to work in compliance with all health and safety regulations.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TEAMWORK SKILLS

You have:

- Possess a personal commitment to customer service;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to exercise good judgement and tact when dealing with visitors
- Ability to exercise initiative and work with mínimal supervision independently and in a team environment.

OTHER SKILLS

You have:

- Unique skills or talents such as illusions, magic, make-up, artistry, etc.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position

**WHY WORK FOR THE ST. LAWRENCE PARKS COMMISSION?**
- Belong to one of the largest employers in Ontario, the Ontario Public Service, and open the door to a diverse range of career opportunities throughout the province
- Supportive team environment
- Staff discounts
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Option to join an excellent pension plan
- Option to purchase benefits
- Percentage paid in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays
- Percentage paid in lieu of benefits

**HOW TO APPLY**:
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages.

3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed above. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job.

4. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

**REMEMBER: DUE TO SCREENING DEADLINES, PRIORITY CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY
**11:59 P.M. AUGUST 11, 2023**. HOWEVER, WE WILL CONTINUE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BEYOND THIS DATE.

WE THANK ALL CANDIDATES FOR APPLYING, BUT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER SCREENING OR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

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