Cultural and Heritage Interpreter (Seasonal)

Position Title:       Cultural and Heritage Interpreter (Seasonal)

Position Type:      Seasonal - Summer

Dates:                   May 4, 2025 - August 21, 2025 with the possibility of extension 

Hours of Work:    8:30am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday, with a rotation of evenings until 8pm as needed

Job Summary:

As a member of the Education Team, the Cultural and Heritage Interpreter will participate in school, youth, and public program delivery with a special emphasis on Manitoba cultural and heritage history.  This Interpreter will play a unique role in the building of FortWhyte Alive’s heritage products and services.  The position entails the utilization of leadership, public relations and communication skills and the acquisition and application of specific environmental-related knowledge in a public education role.

Principal Tasks:

1. Program Delivery 

• Shadow different interpreters to learn delivery techniques, styles and program content


• Interpret for school/youth and public groups 


• Coordinate school programs, including assembling program supplies, preparing schedules, and assisting volunteer interpreters


• Participate in seasonal training programs for volunteer and staff interpreters


• Mentor volunteer interpreters


• Ensure care and maintenance of heritage exhibits including plains tipi encampment, buffalo pound, dog travois, buffalo boxes, pioneer sod house and artifacts.

2. Research and Writing 

• Assist with special projects related to extending heritage products and services


• Revise year-round school programs


• Research and recommend artifacts and historic objects (including game reproductions) for interpretation and education


• Identify potential cultural groups to consult and partner with

3. Other duties as assigned 

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• Meets the Young Canada Works Criteria: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/young-canada-works/students-graduates/heritage-organizations-students.html 


• University/college student working towards a degree/diploma in history, education, science or tourism


• Proven experience working with children (a child abuse registry check and criminal records check are required before position begins)


• Knowledge of Manitoba social and heritage history an asset


• Knowledge of Indigenous language and culture is an asset


• Certification in First Aid and CPR an asset

FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if an accommodation is needed at any stage of the recruitment process.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black people, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S+ people and people with disabilities.