Interpretive Guide

Northern Cultural Expressions Society

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Job Details

Posted On: Apr 19, 2023

Advertised Until: Jun 18, 2023

Vacancies: 1

Hours: 37.5 Hours a week

Wage: $18/hour

Availability: Full Time

Duration: Term

Location: Whitehorse, YT

Application Information

Contact Name: Northern Culture Expressions Society

Apply With: Resume

By Email: ed@northernculture.org

Description/Duties

Position: Interpretive Guide

Full time: 37.5 Hours a Week

Rate: $18/hour

This is a contracted position from May 16th- August 12, 2023, for 450 Hours.

Job Description:

The Interpretive Guide will be responsible for facilitating cultural activities as well as being knowledgeable of such activities like Beading, Painting & Carving. The Interpretive Guide would also be responsible for the interactions with guests and providing them with an educational interpretive experience sharing stories & influences providing a knowledgeable and memorable experience while greeting guests promptly and professionally.

Compliance with Covid19 Procedures & Regulations
Ability to work weekends & evenings
Communication Skills
Reliable contact information
Must be able to work 37.5 hours a week
Must Photograph and Document the project daily
Must be able to work independently with little supervision
Assist with over all appearance and cleanliness of the site
Manage the guest book
Hand out promotional Material such as pamphlets & business cards

Required Experience:

The candidate for this position should be an outgoing articulate individual who understands the social issues surrounding First Nation communities and must be knowledgeable and respectful of First Nations Traditional Laws & Values.

Diploma or Certification in Tourism Studies & Management an Asset
Experience working in a Museum, Culture Centre, or Info Visitor Centre an Asset
Ability to accept Guidance, Direction & Supervision
Able to give Feedback & Share Ideas Professionally and Appropriately
Knowledgeable of Yukon First Nations Culture & History
Knowledge of Yukon First Nations Studies an Asset (Northern & Southern Tutchone)