Domestic Linguistic Interpreter (student) / Interprète linguistique canadienne (étudiant ou étu[...]

Join a dynamic team at Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that provides visitors with an understanding of historic military life through guided tours, interpretation, heart-pounding musical performances and precision military demonstrations. POSITION : DOMESTIC LINGUISTIC INTERPRETER (student) HOURS OF WORK: variable to a maximum of 36.25 hours per week (must be able to work weekends, holidays and evenings as required) DIVISION/LOCATION: Fort Henry Guard, Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada, Kingston, Ontario SALARY: $18.05 per hour PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: May 5 to August 31, 2025 WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO DO IN THIS ROLE? You Will

1. Be a representative of one of Kingston’s premium and internationally recognized tourism sites.
2. Interpret the role of a garrison domestic member of 1867-era British North America.

Roles Can Include The Following

1. A soldier’s wife
2. Garrison School Mistress
3. An Officer’s Wife
4. Garrison Schoolmaster
5. Barrack Room Orderly
6. Garrison Pioneer

• In period costume, interpret the history of Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada – part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site – in English and French by taking visitors on guided tours, participating in historical dramatizations, events, parades and performances, and giving spoken commentary to performances.
• Provide interpretation in any other languages in which you are fluent such as Mandarin, German, Punjabi, etc.
• Perform before Fort Henry visitors and attend internal and external special events.
• Make each guest’s experience at Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada interesting and enjoyable by providing excellent customer service.
• Work safely at all times and report unsafe activities immediately to your supervisor.
• Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests.

HOW DO I QUALIFY? You Have The Following Skills ACTING & PERFORMANCE SKILLS:

• The ability to work in a fast-paced and high stress work environment and can meet high performance expectations.
• The ability to learn historical information, particularly Canadian and/or British military and social history c. 1867, within a limited timeframe and interpret it to the public (in both individual and group settings).
• The ability to portray an historical character and perform the role in public.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent program delivery, customer service and effective information service to both the public and staff.

Language Skills

• Linguistic abilities (fluent) in English and French.

Physical Skills

• A high degree of physical fitness to meet the physical demands of the position.

Safety Skills

• The ability to learn all safety protocols and procedures to ensure personal, guest and fellow staff safety is always maintained.

A vulnerable sector check is required for this position. In your resume and/or cover letter, please indicate specifically how your experience, skills and knowledge relate to the duties and qualifications stated above. DUE TO SCREENING DEADLINES, PRIORITY CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MARCH 31, 2025. WE WILL CONTINUE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BEYOND THIS DATE. The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is also committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We will make appropriate accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. To obtain a copy of this posting in an alternative format or to request any accommodation please contact us directly through Human Resources at 1-800-437-2233, ext. 1401. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be addressed confidentially. #J-18808-Ljbffr