Historical Interpreter

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**JOB POSTING**

JOB ID #: 20264

Historical Interpreter - Military Museum
Planning & Economic Development
Tourism & Culture
Hamilton Military Museum

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Part-Time Regular

UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside

HOURS Of WORK: Up to 24 hours
- GRADE: E
- SALARY/HOUR: $27.085 - $29.440 per hour- Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Regular

Job Description ID #: 795

As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.

**SUMMARY OF DUTIES**

Reports to the Site Supervisor, Hamilton Military Museum for Dundurn National Historic Site. In accordance with museum standards, provides visitor orientation and interpretation for the Hamilton Military Museum (including Dundurn Park and all related outbuildings). Creates and delivers educational and public programs/events; researches; performs clerical and security functions.

**GENERAL DUTIES**

Receive and answer visitors’ inquiries; provide historical interpretation of the site.

Maintain security for irreplaceable artifacts and building.

Responsible for all aspects of the tours and programmes such as timing, group control, artifact and visitor safety.

Open and close building.

Set up and dismantle programme equipment and materials.

Assist with the setting up and dismantling of displays.

Move, pack, store artifacts; report deterioration, damage and loss.

Assist with planning and development of tours, programmes and special events on and off site including those for schools, special needs and special interest groups.

Research information relating to Hamilton Military Museum.

Prepare flyers and programme material.

Represent Museum at off-site functions.

Operate audio-visual equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Previous historical interpretation experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a combination of education and relevant work experience.

Ability to provide visitor orientation and interpretation of historic contents (i.e. its collections); research pertinent facts and assist in the planning, implementing and co-ordination of special events and programs. Must have acquired a level of competence in specialized knowledge and skills and practical knowledge relating to a specific field.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with visitors of all ages and interest; must have experience communicating with groups of mixed ages, knowledge and interests.

Experience in a computerized environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office XP (Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook).

Due to operational requirements, the incumbent must be available to work days, nights, and week-ends

Bilingualism would be considered an asset.

Experience with artifact handling an asset.

**SALARY**:
**Salary Grade E**

$19.815 - $20.676- $21.538 per hour

**HOURS**:
0 - 24 per week

**NOTE 1**:
As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening), at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

**NOTE**:
This position may be required to work nights and weekends, as well as staggered work hours to meet operational needs.

Disclaimer:
**Terms**:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

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