Summer Programming Assistant

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Summer Programming Assistant (Student Position)

Under the general supervision of and reporting to the Public Programming and Education Coordinators, the Summer Programming Assistant (student position) is responsible for the interpretation of the heritage village and the delivery of public programs, special events, timed-activities, and guided tours.

This is a youth position. Youth must be eligible under the terms and conditions of the Summer Employment Opportunities requirements.

Students hired by recipient organizations must meet the eligibility criteria of the program: • All students must be currently enrolled in a secondary, or post-secondary institution or within six months of graduation and have reached the age of 15 . • Proof of student enrolment must be provided to the employer. • Students must be residents of Ontario during the period of employment. • Students must be eligible to work in Canada and have a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Note: The student must be living in Ontario at the time they start work. The intention of the program is to provide career related experience to eligible students that are also eligible to work in Ontario.

Hours/Days of Work:

• From approximately July 14, 2024 through End of August, 2024-9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Term: 30 Days of Work, Up to Full-time Seasonal, Weekends and Holiday Mondays required

Salary: Grade 1 $16.55

Reporting to: Public Programming Coordinator and Education Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Interpretation Responsibilities

a. Interpret to visitors through the implementation of an approved plan of daily demonstrations and activities for public programming (domestic, foodways, and agricultural).

b. Interpret to visitors through demonstrations.

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c. Coordinate demonstrations for daily presentation to the public in relation to, and as scheduled by, the annual public programming plan.

d. Complete assigned special tasks that relate to your area of interpretation as assigned.

e. Assist with public programming and event set up and clean up.

f. Ability to work in a team environment.

g. Maintain a high level of customer service and meet safety standards.

h. Deliver special themed events and programs.

i. As experience and skill allows, assist with the training of other staff and volunteers in collaboration with the Public Programming Coordinator or Education Coordinator.

2. Cross Departmental Responsibilities

a. Prepare and deliver on site, history-based education programs, summer camps, and guided tours as assigned.

b. Demonstrate heritage crafts, trades, foodways and activities to visitors.

c. Perform physical daily program set up, take down, and cleaning procedures.

d. Ensure the safety of visitors, education and summer camp program participants.

e. Assist with building and site cleaning and program maintenance for program areas.

f. Offer support in the Denfield General Store on an as needed basis.

3. General Responsibilities

a. Support Fanshawe Pioneer Village customer service initiatives.

b. Ensure the safety of visitors and staff and protect the site's resources.

c. Building cleaning and maintenance.

d. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Physical requirements of the position include the ability to lift and carry 20-30lbs, ability to walk and navigate gravel paths and uneven surfaces, ability to work outdoors in an environment with air pollutants (pollens, dust, and wood smoke), ability to tolerate exposure to nuisance wildlife, and inclement and severe weather.

• Ability to communicate and to interpret effectively to large numbers of people of various ages and backgrounds.

• Ability and desire to work with children and youth and deliver engaging programming and interactive activities.

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• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices used in developing and carrying out a museum interpretive program.

• Ability to wear historical costumes and adhere to guidelines with respect to jewellery, make-up and other forms of personal adornment required.

• Knowledge of 19th century south-western Ontario history an asset.

• Ability to perform and/or learn the skills associated with the following: gardening, farming, hearth cooking, heritage handiwork (ex. sewing, textiles) and fine arts, 19th and early 20th century trades.

• Ability to learn historical information and interpret to the public in an interactive way (in both individual and group settings).

• Ability to perform and/or learn 19th century demonstrations relating to the Fanshawe Pioneer Village interpretive program.

• Prior retail/customer service experience required.

• Ability to foster and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, volunteers and other staff.

• Prior supervisory experience an asset.

• Excellent organization and communication skills.

• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

• Prior experience in a museum or living history setting an asset.

• Fluency in French an asset.

• Valid driver's licence.

• Standard first aid and CPR certificate an asset.

• Must have own transportation.

• Must be able to provide a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Persons Screening.

** Must meet Summer Employment Opportunities requirements. Please see the Summer Employment Opportunities website for details.

Employees will observe and comply with the following Code of Conduct:

• Health and Safety: All staff will work in a safe manner in accordance with Ontario Workplace Health and Safety regulations.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Public transportation to the site is unavailable. Staff must have own transportation.

• Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Integrated Accessibility Standards. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. The London & Middlesex Heritage Museum is an equal opportunity employer.

• Fanshawe Pioneer Village thanks all those who apply, but only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume by Friday June 7, 2024

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Christina van Hardeveld

Public Programming Coordinator

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

2609 Fanshawe Park Road East

London, Ontario

N5X 4A1

E-mail: View email address on ca.edajobs.com

Fanshawe Pioneer Village thanks all those who apply, but only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Fixed term contract, SeasonalContract length: 2 months

Pay: $16.55 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every Weekend

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-06-07Expected start date: 2024-07-14