Community Services Assistant 3 - Heritage Program Assistant

The City of Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Surrey seeks a dynamic Heritage Program Assistant for the Historic Stewart Farm. This auxiliary role involves delivering educational programs and events, supervising volunteers, and requires a combination of relevant education and experience. Ideal candidates will have excellent customer service skills and a passion for cultural programming.

Qualifications

• 2 years related experience including supervision in cultural work.
• Valid Emergency first aid / CPR C and AED certification.
• Valid BC Driver's License with a safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and deliver heritage programs and events.
• Schedule and deliver guided tours of the historic farmhouse.
• Supervise instructors, volunteers and junior staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Detail Oriented

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Some post-secondary education

Job description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Auxilliary

Scope

The City of Surrey is seeking a dynamic, collaborative and innovative Heritage Program Assistant at the Historic Stewart Farm, a vibrant heritage site located within Elgin Heritage Park, along the Nicomekl River. This auxiliary position forms an integral part of the team that delivers high quality educational programming, special events and a one-of-a-kind heritage experience. This is an auxiliary position of approximately 10-12 hours per week, including weekends and some evenings.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and deliver heritage programs, special events, and demonstrations at the Historic Stewart Farm, and at various outreach activations in Surrey.
• Schedule and deliver guided tours of the historic farmhouse and other features of the site.
• Support volunteer training, hospitality and recognition.
• Purchase and inventory program equipment and supplies.
• Supervise instructors, volunteers and junior staff.
• Assist in the development and distribution of promotional material.
• Provide support for some curatorial-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and some post-secondary education form a recognized institution, supplemented by 2 years related experience including supervision in cultural work or area of specialty.
• Valid Emergency first aid / CPR C and AED certification.
• A valid BC Driver's License with a safe driving history.
• Some knowledge of cultural programs, their purpose and objectives would be beneficial.
• Have excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented person able to work well with various programming timelines.
• Comfortable interacting with a variety of ages, cultures, individuals and groups and can handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.

Other Information

Pay Grade : Schedule D

Hourly Rate : $26.29 (2024 Rates)

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until filled.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

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