INTERPRETER-TECHNICIAN

As an Indigenous Peoples Interpreter, you will bring Edmonton's rich heritage to life through storytelling, demonstrations, and interactive activities. You'll engage with visitors, lead educational programs, and participate in special events, all while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous peoples.
Engage visitors with Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) histories and cultures as it relates to Edmonton within the Indigenous Peoples
Experience or one of our four historical eras: 1846 Fort & Cree Encampment, 1885 Street & Métis Camp, 1905 Street, or 1920 Street
Interpret a period of Edmonton's history to the visiting public using a variety of methods such as: story telling, demonstrations of traditional skills, engaging visitors in one-on-one conversations, tours, and costumed role play
Participate in media engagements, public events, and other functions as required
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Skills or Experience working with the general public and children
Assets:
Ability to speak the Cree, Michif, or other Indigenous languages, and/ or knowledge of Cree syllabics
Experience working in a museum, cultural centre, or historic site
Knowledge of Cree, Métis or other Indigenous cultures and histories
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Note: This position may be partially funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Program provided by Service Canada.
be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

• Canada Summer Jobs supports program objectives of helping young people, particularly those facing barriers to employment, to transition to the labour market. Youth with disabilities,
• Black and other racialized youth,
• Indigenous youth, and
• 2SLGBTQI+ youth

Up to 10 temporary part-time positions for up to 5 months
Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours over the course of the Summer, Sunday - Saturday with some, holidays, evenings, as required
Salary: $21.918 - $26.183 (Hourly)
Classification Title : Recreation Technician I - 8hrs
Number of Openings (up to) : 10 - Temporary Part-time
Community Recreation and Culture