Tour Guide, Government House

**Job Information**

Job Requisition ID: 62633
Ministry: Executive Council
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Part-Time
Hours of Work: 6 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Wage
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 9, 2024
Classification: Administrative Support 2 - Excluded

**Salary**: $20.05/hr to $24.22/hr

Executive Council supports the Premier and Cabinet to ensure outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development, and informed decision-making for ministries as they implement the government’s agenda.

The Executive Council includes the Office of the Premier of Alberta, Deputy Minister’s and Associate Deputy Minister’s Offices, Cabinet Coordination Office, Digital Innovation Office, Policy Coordination Office, Operations and Machinery of Government, Protocol Office, Intergovernmental Relations, and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

For information about Executive Council, visit our website at

**Role Responsibilities**:
Are you passionate about history and love to share stories with others? Become a Government House Tour Guide and play a vital role in showcasing one of Alberta's most cherished historical sites

As a Tour Guide at Government House, you will immerse visitors in Alberta's rich history, offering them a unique journey through time, from 1913 to the present day. You will engage with a wide variety of guests—from families and tourists to dignitaries—ensuring each visitor leaves with a deep appreciation for the art, antiques, and significant events that have shaped the province.

**What you’ll do**:

- Lead captivating tours of Government House, presenting facts on historical events, art collections, and antique furnishings in an engaging and professional manner.
- Tailor your tours to suit different audiences, whether you're speaking to children, seniors, or dignitaries.
- Work closely with the onsite security officer to ensure the safety of both visitors and the House’s valuable contents.
- Be a source of local knowledge, offering insight into Government House’s surrounding areas, and guiding guests on nearby attractions like the Alberta Legislature.
- Support high-profile events such as the Lieutenant Governor's New Year's Day Levee, provincial ceremonies, and special delegations.
- Keep accurate records of visitor numbers and ensure any issues are reported for resolution.

**What You Bring**:

- A passion for history, culture, and storytelling.
- Strong communication and public speaking skills, comfortable presenting to diverse groups.
- A professional demeanor, adaptable to the needs of different visitor types, from the public to high-level dignitaries.
- The ability to work collaboratively with security staff to maintain the safety and integrity of Government House and its collections.
- A keen eye for detail and a sense of responsibility for preserving Alberta’s cultural heritage.

**Why You’ll Love It Here**:

- Be the face of one of Alberta’s most iconic historical venues.
- Share your love of history and local knowledge with guests from all walks of life.
- Work in a beautiful and storied setting, rich with art, antiques, and historical significance.
- Contribute to prestigious events and ceremonies at the highest level of provincial protocol.

**APS Competencies**:
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

- Agility
- Drive for Results
- Develop Self and Others
- Build Collaborative Environments
- Develop Networks
- Systems Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving

**Qualifications**:
High school diploma with one year of related experience.

**Equivalency**: Directly related experience considered on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education.
- Must be able to speak knowledgably about activities in the area around Government House as well as Edmonton in general. This could include giving accurate directions, hours of operation etc
- Must work in conjunction with security officer to ensure opening and closing procedures are accurately followed. In addition, precautions are to be taken at all times to ensure the safekeeping of all art and fixtures in Government House
- Must keep accurate records of tour activities including number of guests per shift and any maintenance concerns.
- Must have a solid understanding of the roles within government and the process of how government functions.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

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**Notes**:
Please note that this is an hourly wage position.

Hours of work are approximately 5 - 6 hours per shift, generally only 3-4 days per month on Sundays and holiday Mondays when applicab