WOOLLEN MILL INTERPRETER

COMPETITION No: 2023-SLPC-1230

CLASSIFICATION: Artisan 1

COMPENSATION GROUP: OPSEU - Technical

SALARY RANGE: $22.39 to $24.79 per hour

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: May to September
Group 3 seasonal recurring

HOURS OF WORK: 36.25 hours per week

DIVISION: Upper Canada Village

LOCATION: Upper Canada Village, 11 km east of Morrisburg

POSTING DATE: February 23, 2023

CLOSING DATE: March 23, 2023

AREA OF SEARCH: OPEN

WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO DO IN THIS ROLE?

You will:

• Interpret and demonstrate the life, work, skills and activities of a mid 19th century skilled textile worker in an operating woollen mill at Upper Canada Village
• Operate, demonstrate, and help to maintain the mill’s machinery
• Participate in the delivery and support of youth programs & other Village features, events & programs
• Produce and promote saleable products manufactured in the woollen mill
• Interpret village life and the features of a small rural 1860’s village
• Support Upper Canada Village programming and customer service initiatives
• Ensure the safety of visitors and staff and protect the resources of the site
• Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests

HOW DO I QUALIFY?

MANDATORY:

• Conditional upon successful candidate being granted required security clearance for this position (Vulnerable Service Sector check).

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
You have:

• Knowledge and the ability to perform a wide range of historical tasks of a textile worker, e.g. operating, adjusting, and maintaining the mill’s machinery (boiler, wash tanks and dye vats, pickers, carding machines, spinning jack, looms, doubling frame, fulling and napping machines).
• The ability to perform maintenance, repair and other duties such as trimming and lacing belts, lubricating, aligning and adjusting mill machinery, washing wool, and sweeping.
• An understanding of the social, economic, and political environment to a level typical of a textile mill worker of the mid 19th century.
• Knowledge and an understanding of the products produced and the associated production standards.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act to identify and report any potential hazards or needed repairs, and to take corrective action where possible. Ability to learn and follow safety and emergency procedures appropriate to the location and activities performed.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
You have:

• Demonstrated excellent oral communication and interpretive skills to be able to speak and present information to large number of visitors of varied ages, backgrounds and abilities.
• The ability to resolve visitor concerns and respond to questions in a friendly and respectful manner
• The ability to engage and work effectively with youth.

OTHER SKILLS
You have:

• The ability to conduct historical research related to this role.
• The ability to perform the physical duties required by the position.

WHY WORK FOR THE ST. LAWRENCE PARKS COMMISSION?

• Belong to one of the largest employers in Ontario, the Ontario Public Service, and open the door to a diverse range of career opportunities throughout the province
• Supportive team environment
• Staff discounts
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Option to join an excellent pension plan
• Paid benefits
• Percentage paid in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Please apply online, https://www.parks.on.ca/about/careers/.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed above. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job.
4. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
5. Every external candidate must identify their prior employment in the Ontario Public Service including positions, dates of employment and any re-employment restrictions.

REMEMBER: THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023.

WE THANK ALL CANDIDATES FOR APPLYING, BUT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER SCREENING OR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

St. Lawrence Parks Commission is committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is also committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We will make appropriate accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. To obtain a copy of this posting in an alternative format or to request any accommodation please contact us directly through Human Resources at 1-800-437-2233, ext. 2440. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be addressed confidentially.