PositionMilitary Interpreter (student)Hours of WorkVariable up to 36.25 hours per week (must be able to work weekends, evenings and holidays as required)Division / LocationFort Henry Guard, Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada, Kingston, OntarioSalary$18.45 per hourPeriod of EmploymentMay 4 to September 7, 2026ResponsibilitiesBe a representative of one of Kingston’s premium, internationally recognized tourism sites.Interpret the role of a British soldier in 1867 British North America.In period costume, interpret the history of Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada by executing military drills and manoeuvres, taking visitors on guided tours, and participating in historical dramatizations, events, parades, and performances.Participate in daily training routines of the Fort Henry Guard Drill Squad including foot and arms drill, formation drills, firearms demonstrations, artillery gun drills, and military etiquette.Maintain personal uniforms, historic weapons, and accoutrements by regular shining and cleaning.Perform before Fort Henry visitors and attend internal and external special events.Make each visitor’s experience at Fort Henry interested and enjoyable by providing excellent customer service.Work safely at all times and report unsafe activities immediately to your supervisor.Embody the St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests.QualificationsPhysical SkillsHigh degree of physical fitness to perform 19th‑century British army foot and arms drill (infantry and artillery) and to meet other essential physical demands such as working outdoors in hot weather.Ability to learn and execute precision choreographed military drill in a short period of time.Ability to work within a team environment in a fast‑paced live‑performance format.Acting & Performance SkillsAbility to work in a fast‑paced and high‑stress work environment and meet high performance expectations.Ability to learn historical information, particularly Canadian and/or British military and social history circa 1867, within a limited timeframe and interpret it to the public (in both individual and group settings).Ability to portray a historical character by wearing historical costume and performing the role in public.Communication and interpersonal skills for excellent program delivery, customer service and effective information service to staff and the public.Safety SkillsAbility to learn all safety protocols and procedures to ensure personal, guest, and fellow staff safety is always maintained.Additional RequirementsMust be at least 17 years of age, as dictated by the Explosives Regulatory Division (ERD).Vulnerable service sector background check is required for this position.Employment EquityThe 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. Appropriate accommodations will be made throughout the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at 1‑800‑437‑2233, ext. 1401.
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