Wanuskewin is looking for a motivated individual to join our Visitor Services team as an Interpreter 1. The successful applicant will report to the Manager, Customer Experience. The Interpreter 1 will work with our visitor services staff to greet and assist guests and deliver programming rooted in Northern Plains Indigenous peoples’ cultures, histories, and teachings. With a focus on interpretive programming, customer service, and education, our Interpreters are essential members of our team.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome and inform visitors and guests of programs, exhibits, trails, and regulations
• Track all visitors in the Point of Sale system
• Apply a variety of heritage presentation and interpretation techniques
• Deliver meaningful and captivating in-person, virtual, and outreach programming
• Adapt programs to meet specific audience needs and requirements
• Provide recommendations to enhance heritage presentations and interpretive programs
• Maintain the trails, visitor areas, and interactive exhibits
• Ensure excellence in the stewardship of all resources
• Assist in the development and delivery of engaging indoor and outdoor programming for children and adults

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, education, hospitality, tourism, biology, archaeology, anthropology, or natural history
• Previous experience giving presentations, public speaking, teaching, or delivering programming, especially with youth, is required
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of Northern Plains Indigenous peoples’ culture and traditions
• Must be able to communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Must be able to deliver programs and perform manual labour in adverse conditions such as heat, rain, and wind, and lift 50 lbs, and stand/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to work independently and as part of our diverse team is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 programs is required.
• Must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a commitment to our goals and mission
• Previous experience in public speaking, storytelling, powwow dancing, jigging, fiddling, or drumming/singing would be an asset
• Valid first aid/CPR/AED certification would be an asset
• Ability to present programs in additional languages may be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with the Saskatchewan Education Curriculum would be an asset

Successful candidate(s) will be required to produce a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check and have reliable transportation prior to commencement of work. Wanuskewin has a priority to hire Indigenous candidates (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis); please note in cover letter if you choose to disclose.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $43,960.00-$52,701.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person