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Riding Mountain National Park

Competition - Heritage Presenter I

Position Information
Position Title	Heritage Presenter I
Generic Work Description Title	Heritage Presenter I
Classification	GT-01
Location(s)	Riding Mountain Field Unit
Language Requirement	English Essential / Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)
Type of Employment	Seasonal
Duration OR Length of Season	FTE: 0.34 - Approximately 18 weeks per year, normally from April to September and May to October
Rate of Pay	From $39,025 to $43,932 per year (currently under review)
Work Profile	Delivers interpretive presentations, programs and activities to provide visitors of the park, historic site or marine conservation area with opportunities to discover, appreciate, learn about and enjoy the place and its natural and/or cultural resources and understand their significance to Canada.
Area of Consideration	Persons residing within a 400km radius of Wasagaming, Manitoba

General Information
Selection Process Number	20130212-PKS-RMFU-OC-331 (English Essential) 20130212-PKS-RMFU-OC-332 (Bilingual)
Closing Date	Applications must be received on or before 4:00 pm CST, March 6, 2013.
General Enquiries	Shelley Neustater Human Resources Riding Mountain National Park, Wasagaming, MB R0J 2H0 e-mail: shelley.neustater@pc.gc.ca Telephone: (204) 848-7210
Submit your application to:	Shelley Neustater By e-mail at Shelley.Neustater@pc.gc.ca or By fax to 204-848-2596
Your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet all the requirements for the position and must include:	your résumé; your cover letter demonstrating clearly how you meet the requirements of the position; indicating your preferred official language for correspondence and assessment; copies of proof of education and driver's license. Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience factors listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see below). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Education and Experience factors found on the Statement of Qualifications (see below), may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Statement of Qualifications
Language Requirement	Various: English Essential Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)
Education	A secondary school diploma or PSC approved alternatives or acceptable combination of education, training, experience or traditional knowledge relevant to position. Note: Acceptable combination of education, training and experience: Two years of secondary school or PSC approved alternatives; AND Successful completion of a minimum of one (1) course relevant to the duties of the position (e.g., courses taken through continuing education facilities, colleges, universities, professional or governmental organizations or employers including training provided by Aboriginal elders or group that may include but are not limited to courses in heritage interpretation, communications, public speaking, performing arts); AND A minimum of three (3) months experience working in the fields of education, interpretation, and/or outreach-communications.
Experience	Experience in paid or volunteer work that entailed direct contact and communication with the public Experience in delivering messages/information to groups in face-to-face situations with the purpose of education, engagement, entertainment and/or motivation Experience in handling cash Experience in theatre/performing arts, heritage interpretation, education, museum education, tour guiding or story telling
Knowledge	Knowledge of Parks Canada and its mandate Knowledge of communication, presentation and interpretive techniques and theories such as storytelling, demonstration, theatre programs or guided walks General knowledge of Canada’s natural and/or cultural heritage as it relates to the Riding Mountain National Park Knowledge of public safety issues as it relates to Riding Mountain National Park Basic knowledge of services, activities and facilities specific to Riding Mountain National Park
Abilities	Adaptability - Adapting in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups (proficiency level 3: Adapts to widely varied needs) Analytical Thinking - Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making (proficiency level 2: Identifies critical relationships in information) Client Focus - Providing service excellence to internal and/or external client (proficiency level 3: Provides added value) Continuous Learning - Identifying and addressing learning and developmental needs to enhance own performance (proficiency level 2: Seeks learning opportunities) Creativity and Innovation - Generating viable, new approaches and solutions (proficiency level 2: Modifies current approaches) Initiative - Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise (proficiency level 3: Addresses imminent issues/opportunities) Teamwork - Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals (proficiency level 2: Proactively assists and involves others) Communication through Interpretation - Listening to others and communicating articulately to inform, influence and involve (proficiency level 4: Communicates complex messages)
Personal Suitability / Leadership Attributes	Shares our vision Makes things happen Exercises sound judgement Personally connects with people Communicates effectively Takes responsibility Knowing yourself Demonstrates integrity Strives for excellence
Conditions of Employment	Obtain and maintain a Reliability security clearance. Maintenance of a valid class 5 driver's licence
Operational Requirements	Work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays Wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy and/or dress in period costume as per Parks Canada requirements Work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation; Stand/walk/ hike for prolonged periods

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Selection Process Notes

Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their cover letter.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.

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