Edmonton Valley Zoo Interpreter

3 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada City of Edmonton Full time

**Job Number**:49006**
- This posting is for up to 5 temporary part-time positions for a duration of_ _April 2024 - September 2024_

Are you an Indigenous Student and passionate about inspiring children and adults with incredible facts about the world’s amazing animals? As an Interpreter at the Edmonton Valley Zoo, you will inspire, and connect children and adults to Animal Conservation and help them ‘Get Closer’ to the natural world around them.

**Interpreters will be responsible for the following tasks**:

- Create and lead a variety of educational programs including school and group programs, day camps and birthday parties
- Deliver drop-in programs for the general public which consist of roving, point interpretation, large group presentations and theatrical presentations
- Discuss program requirements with parents, teachers and group leaders prior to programs Implement overnight programs, travelling programs to schools and festivals
- Supervise and direct the work of volunteers during programming
- Assist in the maintenance of artifacts, exhibits and program supplies as well as the care and handling of small animals involved with the programs
- Support a safe experience for all participants
- Set up and take down of program activities Independently complete administrative tasks Conduct other related duties as required

**Qualifications**:

- Completion of Grade 12 or high school equivalency
- Relevant experience working with the general public, tour groups, children and other program users
- Some experience delivering educational content such as leading activities or games with the general public, tour groups, or children
- Demonstrated knowledge of local natural or exotic wildlife
- Highly developed verbal communication customer service skills
- Highly developed problem solving skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR is required prior to commencing 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 edmonton.ca/our-culture
- 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 edmonton.ca/our-culture
- Applicants may be tested

**Assets**:

- Ability to converse in a second language
- Experience working in another zoo or interpretive facility
- Experience/knowledge of safe animal handling procedures

**Conditions of Employment**:

- Currently enrolled and returning to school or a Post -Secondary Institution in the fall
- Applicants must be Métis, First Nation or Inuit must arrange own transportation; There is limited public transportation to site

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**:$18.067 - $22.361 (Hourly)

**Talent Diversity Consultant**: AY/JR

**Classification Title**: Recreation Technician I

**Posting Date**: Feb 13, 2024

**Closing Date**: Feb 27, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MST)

**Number of Openings (up to)**: 5 - Temporary Part-time

**Union**: CSU 52

**Department**: Community Recreation and Culture

**Work Location(s)**: Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road (87 Ave) Edmonton T5R 5R1

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