Quarter Master Support (student)

Join a dynamic team at Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that is on the frontline of delivering an exceptional guest experience. POSITION: QUARTERMASTER / MUSEUM SUPPORT (student) HOURS OF WORK: variable to a maximum of 36.25 hours per week (must be able to work weekends, evenings and holidays 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. Assist the Quartermaster in the daily operations of the program support unit (Quartermaster stores)
3. Assist with general storekeeping duties such as weapons maintenance, equipment issue, and uniform inventory.
4. Assist in the repair and manufacturing of period leather accoutrements, artillery pieces, and woodwork equipment.
5. Assist in general cleaning of museum exhibits and artifacts as directed.
6. Make each visitor’s experience at Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada interesting and enjoyable by providing excellent customer service.
7. Work safely at all times and report unsafe activities immediately to your supervisor.
8. Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests.

HOW DO I QUALIFY? You Have:

1. The ability to follow inventory procedures, dealing with seasonal and daily issuing of uniforms and equipment.
2. The ability to work with black gunpowder and historic weapons.
3. Ability to safely handle / clean museum collections.
4. Communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service and effective information service to both the public and staff.
5. The ability to learn all safety protocols and procedures to ensure personal, guest and fellow staff safety is always maintained.
6. A valid driver’s licence.
7. Must be at least 17 years of age, as dictated by the Explosives Regulatory Division (ERD).

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