[BCMA] HIRING: Part-time Heritage Interpreter Position at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery

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Hello all,

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is seeking a Part-time Heritage Interpreter to join us at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery! We are seeking an outgoing individual to join our front-line Heritage Interpreter team, dedicated to providing exemplary customer service in presenting the site and its history to our visitors.

Reporting to the Visitor Services Manager   , the successful candidate will be responsible for:

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Performing front desk duties, including greeting visitors, responding to visitor enquiries, and conducting admission and Cannery Store transactions
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Delivering tours and non-educational programs
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Providing ongoing feedback on tours, educational programs and visitors services
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Assisting with the delivery of special events
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Wearing costumes as required
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Maintaining updated knowledge of the Cannery, local attractions and other items of interest to visitors
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Answering the front desk phone and taking messages in a professional manner
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Assisting with ongoing cleaning and maintenance in and around the Cannery, including public washrooms
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Operating A/V equipment as required in exhibits or for rentals and programs
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Assisting with projects including restocking store merchandise, development of activities for school programs and special events, and others as required
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Assisting with social media postings as required
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Reporting visitor concerns or safety issues to supervisor in a timely manner
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Participating in staff meetings and group training opportunities when offered
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Represent the Cannery at outreach events as needed
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Other duties as required and directed by the Visitor Services Manager or Visitor Services Coordinator.
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Participate in the following training program
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Visitor Services, cash handling and till procedures
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Heritage Interpretation
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Exhibit and historical familiarization
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Observing and peer mentored delivery of programs and specialized tours
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Historical information on Steveston
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Emergency and security procedures
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Open and closing procedures
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Tours of other local or mission related attractions
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First Aid (as required)

This is a part-time position with variable hours up to 36.25 hours a week. Shifts may include weekends and holidays. A security screening will be required.
Starting wage $18.50 per hour, plus 6% in lieu of vacations.

Please see the attached job posting for more information, or visit: https://gulfofgeorgiacannery.org/about/careers/. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Tatyana Beck, Curatorial Program Manager at tatyana.beck at gogcannery.org<mailto:tatyana.beck at gogcannery.org>.
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The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is hiring! Apply today to join our impassioned team that keeps Canada’s West Coast fishing history alive.
gulfofgeorgiacannery.org


Best,

Qayla Y.
Visitor Experience Assistant
Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society
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