Summer Cultural Experiences Provider

2 weeks ago

Smoky Lake County, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

**Summer Cultural Experiences Provider**

**Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB

**Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week)

**The Organization**

Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people With its unique design that combines both traditional and contemporary Métis craftmanship, The Lodge at Métis Crossing is a special blend of comfort, culture, and Métis history. Directly adjacent to the Métis Crossing Cultural Gathering Centre, our 40-room boutique lodge offers scenic views overlooking the majestic North Saskatchewan River, the very route used by our Métis ancestors as they gathered at this very spot. The Lodge offers a Bistro for coffee and express breakfast, as well as a Lounge for cocktails and light snacks.

**The Opportunity**

Métis Crossing seeks dynamic & expressive individuals for the position of Summer Cultural _Experience Provider_. This is a summer term position with an end date of September 4th, 2023. The successful applicants will become key members of the interpretive team. With a passion for culture _Experience Providers_ will implement experiences by engaging, educating, and entertaining visitors. You will play a crucial role in the success of events and the overall quality of the visitor experience at Métis Crossing.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Facilitate Métis Cultural Experiences that serve diverse visitor groups.
- Provide exceptional customer service to patrons of Métis Crossing and its programs.
- Assist in the daily operations of Métis Crossing.
- Assist with events (set up, take down) and with serving guests.
- Assist with the ongoing maintenance of Métis Crossing.
- Conduct research on various topics in relation to Métis Culture and history.
- Other duties as required.

**Skills & Competencies**
- Strong oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to listen to public and be responsive to inquiries and comments.
- Experience working with diverse audiences of varying cultural backgrounds, ages, and abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to present cultural information and facilitate program activities.
- Demonstrated ability to speak in front of small and large groups.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Flexibility to adjust to changes in schedule and assignments.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Enrolled in an educational program.
- Experience leading groups.
- Experience in teaching, museum interpretation, theatrical performance, or storytelling.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Knowledge of Métis traditions.
- Knowledge of Alberta history and cultural diversity.
- Knowledge of Alberta Métis.

**Other Requirements**
- Must be returning to school full-time in the fall 2023.
- Availability to work a mixed schedule of days, evenings, and weekends.
- Ability to work at Métis Crossing in Smoky Lake.
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check required.

**Employment Details**:

- Schedule will be based on a 40-hour work week, and will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

**What we Offer**:

- A rich Indigenous cultural experience.
- Opportunity to work at the first Major Métis cultural destination.
- Personal development & career opportunities.
- Part time or casual employment during the school year.
- Training.
- Métis Crossing thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal

COVID-19 considerations:
Current provincial requirements are followed.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- SMOKY LAKE COUNTY, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you returning to school full time 2023/2024?

Work Location: In person

  • Summer Cultural Experiences Provider

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake County, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Cultural Experiences Provider** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both...

  • Summer Lodge Experience Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Lodge Experience Associate** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time & Part time **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional...

  • Summer Lodge Experience Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Lodge Experience Associate** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time & Part time **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional...

  • Summer Driver

    4 days ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Driver** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional and...

  • Summer Driver

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Driver** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional and...

  • Summer Project Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Project Administrator** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis cultural destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both...

  • Summer Gift Shop Attendant

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Gift Shop Attendant** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional...

  • Summer Maintenance Labourer

    1 month ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Nation of Alberta Full time

    **Summer Maintenance Labourer** **Location**: Nekinan Property, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Two (2) Full Time (40 hrs per week), Summer Students (May-August) **The Organization** **The Opportunity** **Key Responsibilities** - Perform ground maintenance, including landscaping and clean up. - General gardening, including weeding, watering, hauling...

  • Summer Finance Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Summer Finance Assistant** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Seasonal (May - August), Full time (40 hours per week) **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis cultural destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both...

  • Summer Kitchen and Facilities Assistant

    1 month ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Nation of Alberta Full time

    **Summer Kitchen and Facilities Assistant** **Location**:Nekinan Property, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Full Time (40 hrs per week), Summer Student (May-August) **The Organization** **The Opportunity** **Key Responsibilities** - Assist with meal and food preparation. - Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including taking out...

  • Interpretive Guide

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views! The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months. Whether you...

  • Summer Camp Counselor/healthcare Provider

    4 weeks ago

    Pigeon Lake, Canada The King's University (CA) Full time

    Reporting to the Summer Program Lead, your job will be to support all aspects of summer programming and provide leadership, mentorship and supervision of children (Grades 1-12) as well as coordinate and provide healthcare for all campers. **Responsibilities**: - attend staff training sessions and staff meetings - deliver overall summer programming to...

  • Dishwasher - Summer 24

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views!The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months.Whether you...

  • Dishwasher - Summer 24

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring viewsThe Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months.Whether you want...

  • Cook - Summer 24

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring viewsThe Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months.Whether you want...

  • Retail Attendant

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views! The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation in the tourism industry, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the...

  • Janitor - Summer 23

    7 days ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views! The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation in the tourism industry, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the...

  • Summer Camp Counselor/healthcare Provider

    1 month ago

    Pigeon Lake, Canada The King's University (CA) Full time

    Reporting to the Summer Program Lead, your job will be to support all aspects of summer programming and provide leadership, mentorship and supervision of children (Grades 1-12) as well as coordinate and provide healthcare for all campers.

  • Lodge Experience Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Smoky Lake, Canada Métis Crossing Full time

    **Lodge Experience Associate** **Location**: Métis Crossing, Smoky Lake, AB **Position Status**: Full Time Permanent **The Organization** Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first major Métis destination where we share and celebrate the Métis culture with all people! With its unique design that combines both traditional and contemporary Métis...

  • Junior Sous Chef

    1 week ago

    Lake Louise, Canada Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola Full time

    Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views!The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months.Whether you...