Job ID #31021: Historical Interpreter - Military Museum

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• Job ID #31021: Historical Interpreter - Military Museum


• Union: CUPE Local 5167


• Job Description ID #: 795


• Duration: Up to 12 months


• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on May 7 2025


• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reports to the Site Supervisor, Hamilton Military Museum for Dundurn National Historic Site. In accordance with museum standards, provides visitor orientation and interpretation for the Hamilton Military Museum (including Dundurn Park and all related outbuildings). Creates and delivers educational and public programs/events; researches; performs clerical and security functions.

GENERAL DUTIES

Receive and answer visitors’ inquiries; provide historical interpretation of the site.

Maintain security for irreplaceable artifacts and building.

Responsible for all aspects of the tours and programmes such as timing, group control, artifact and visitor safety.

Open and close building.

Set up and dismantle programme equipment and materials.

Assist with the setting up and dismantling of displays.

Move, pack, store artifacts; report deterioration, damage and loss.

Assist with planning and development of tours, programmes and special events on and off site including those for schools, special needs and special interest groups.

Research information relating to Hamilton Military Museum.

Prepare flyers and programme material.

Represent Museum at off-site functions.

Operate audio-visual equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous and recent historical interpretation or heritage experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a combination of education and experience.


2. Ability to provide visitor orientation and interpretation of historic contents (i.e. its collections); research pertinent facts and assist in the planning, implementing and co-ordination of special events and programs. Must have acquired a level of competence in specialized knowledge and skills and practical knowledge relating to a specific field.


3. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with visitors of all ages and interest; must have experience communicating with groups of mixed ages, knowledge and interests.


4. Experience in a computerized environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).


5. Due to operational requirements, the incumbent must be available to workdays, nights, and weekends.


6. Bilingualism would be considered an asset.


7. Experience with artifact handling would be considered an asset.

Note 1: This position may be required to work nights and weekends, as well as staggered work hours to meet operational needs

Note 2: As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain, satisfactory to the City of Hamilton, a Vulnerable Sector Check, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.