Municipality of Colchester Careers
Summer Student- Visitor Information Center
Description
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: The Fundy Discovery Site is looking for reliable students to work as Visitor Information Centre Representatives. Their tasks will include:
· Promote the Bay of Fundy, specifically Colchester County to visitors to the center
· Inform and educate the visitors on the uniqueness of Bay of Fundy, and the Tidal Bore
· Promote Colchester County, including but not limited to, the Town of Truro, Town of Stewiacke, Shubenacadie, Tatamagouche, Five Islands
· Assist visitors with travel plans, understanding maps, assisting in reservations, offering clear and concise directions to all areas of Nova Scotia
· Routine checks of the grounds, playground, and washrooms
Salary: $17.50-$18.50/hr, full-time hours
Qualities to succeed in the role:
· Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills in a frontline or virtual customer service environment including email, chat, voice, and in-person
· Deliver exceptional customer service
· Work cooperatively in a team environment as well as independently
Education & experience required:
· Bilingualism or studying French
· Visitor services experience
· Sales experience
· Knowledge and experience in the promotion of Nova Scotia’s travel experiences
· Certifications in First Aid, WHMIS, and certifications in Tourism/Visitor Services
· Full-time secondary or post-secondary student returning to full-time studies in the fall
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (902) 843-4193 should assistance be required throughout the application and hiring process.
The submission deadline is April 11, 2025 at 4:30pm. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation
$17.50 - $18.50 per hour