Communications Assistant A

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for tour guide positions at the Macdonald Campus for Fall 2026. The role involves hosting in-person campus tours, greeting visitors, and answering questions with enthusiasm, sharing student experiences, and presenting information clearly.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma, comfort with public speaking to groups, strong communication skills, and a customer-service mindset. Part-time hours at CAD 16.70/hour under AMUSE collective agreement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Excellent communication skills; confident with oral presentations such as tours for groups of students and parents.
• Customer service approach and enthusiasm are essential.

Responsibilities

• Hosts in-person campus tours and greets visitors.
• Answers general queries about Macdonald Campus with a positive attitude and shares student experiences.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Tour guides needed at Macdonald Campus for in-person campus tours in Fall 2026.

Hiring Unit

Student Affairs Office

Position Summary

Hosts in person campus tours. Greet students & answers general inquiries about the Macdonald Campus with a positive attitude. Shares own student experience, answers questions from prospective students, their families, guidance counselors, and alumni.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

High School Diploma required. Communication skills; experience of confidence with making oral presentations such as giving tours to groups of students and their parents; agility to clearly present information and answer questions; exhibit customer service approach and enthusiasm.

Work Eligibility

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

English Language Proficiency

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Minimum Education and Experience

High School Diploma Minimal or No Related Experience

Hourly Salary: (AMUSE A) $16.70

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week: 5 (Part time)

Position Start Date: 2026-09-04 Position End Date: 2026-12-07 Deadline to Apply: 2026-09-14

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About McGill

Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.

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