Interpretation and Experiential Leader –Thomas Williams House
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Interpretation and Experiential Leader –Thomas Williams House
- Organization name:
- Resurgo Place
- Job location:
- Moncton, New Brunswick
- Length of assignment:
- 2018-05-14 to 2018-08-10 (12.57 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $12.70
12 weeks, 40 hours per week at $12.70 per hour
May 14 to August 10, 2018
Languages of Work: French and English
103 Park Street Moncton, NB, E1C 2B2
The Thomas Williams House stands as an elegant symbol of local life during the Victorian era. The Thomas Williams House team provides historical interpretation during regular operating hours as well as during special events. The Thomas Williams House is a mix of exhibition and food service in which the visitor can participate in experiences that bolsters interpretation. It is open to the public from June 14 to September 2, Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. It host many rental events and caters to all age groups. The integration of the heritage interpretation to the food service is crucial to a successful visitor’s experience.
The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the interpretation of the Thomas Williams House, creating period themed experiences and supervising the Verandah Tearoom food service. The Candidate will also supervise 5 interpreters who are responsible for the operation of the Verandah Tearoom as well as a variety of other special activities on heritage themes such as historical readings, Victorian themed birthday parties, period experiences, plays or concerts.
The student must have completed one (1) year of university majoring in Education, History, Tourism, Hospitality, Recreation or related fields. Familiarity with heritage settings, food service and supervisory duties is required. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills in both official languages with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts as well. The position requires self-motivation, excellent customer service skills, good organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment. Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is required. Knowledge of basic food handling rules is required. Knowledge of history, geography and culture of Greater Moncton would be an asset. Experience with cultural animation, interpretation or as a tour guide would also be an asset.
The City of Moncton is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, visit the Summer Jobs for Students section of the City of Moncton website at http://www.moncton.ca/Government/Careers/Summer_Jobs_for_Students.htm
Characteristics of City/Region:
The Thomas Williams House is located in Moncton, New Brunswick and operated by Place Resurgo (Moncton Museum). Greater Moncton (within 15 km) is home to 144, 810 people. Moncton is a vibrant city that has for mission: “working together to grow our economy and improve the quality of life for all citizens.” Moncton was traditionally known as a gateway to cultural experiences. The revitalization of the historically significant Petitcodiac River and its world renowned Tidal Bore over the past decade is symbolic of the solid reputation Moncton has built. As the tide grows ever stronger, so does its commitment to its culture and heritage. The City of Moncton continues to invest in tools to develop and protect heritage and cultural assets, by the adoption of the 2016-2026 Cultural Plan, the upcoming release of the Public Art Master Plan, the implementation of the Bilingualism Action Plan, the update of the Heritage Preservation By-law, the expansion of key facilities (e.g. Magnetic Hill Zoo, Resurgo Place- 2014, Downing Place), the construction of the Downtown Centre (slated to open in September 2018) and the continued support of numerous cultural events.
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