Student Tourism Counsellor and Event Support

City Of Kenora
Tourism Division

Summer Student – Tourism Counselor and Event Support

Open Until Filled

The City of Kenora is looking for students for summer employment This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of professionals who work hard to ensure the best possible experience for all of our residents and visitors. We take a lot of pride in what we do, and we want you to join us in working together to make our great public services even better.

This position will be the first point of contact for visitors at the Travel Centre or downtown Pavilion and will be responsible for greeting visitors in a friendly, professional manner and providing accurate and detailed information about local attractions, accommodations, and events in the Kenora area. In addition, they will manage information hot lines, maintain tourism statistics, and answer phone inquiries. This position will also assist with event set up, maintenance and take down as required. 

Qualifications:

• Must be a full-time student in the school year and be returning to school full-time for the school season
• Good knowledge and appreciation of the City of Kenora, specifically its history, attractions, events, and accommodations
• Cash handling and report writing experience would be an asset
• Must be available to attend and complete mandatory safety training and orientation
• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft applications
• Possess good communication skills with ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent customer service & interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with the public with tact and diplomacy
• Possess a valid driver's license (minimum G2) in good standing is required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Valid standard First Aid or AED training would be an asset

Hours: hours per week, including weekends, evenings, and statutory holidays. 

Rate:       $19.33/hr

Students will be required to provide the City with a clean vulnerable sector criminal record check and proof of enrolment if successful in a summer position with the City of Kenora.  

Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application.

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Location

Kenora, Ontario

Department

Economic Development & Tourism

Employment Type

Student

Compensation

$19.33