Summer Camp Programmer (student) – The Diefenbaker Canada Centre

at  Museums Association of Saskatchewan

May 1, 2024
The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting two full-time Summer Camp Programmers to deliver in-person youth camp programs for children ages 7-10 for 16 weeks from May 1 to August 23, 2024. The hourly rate of pay is $16.50. Candidates must be current undergraduate university students who have completed at least two years of study ideally; preferred fields are education, political or international studies, history, or other humanities fields. The candidates must be returning to full-time studies in the fall. This position is conditional based on funding from Canada Summer Jobs and Young Canada Works, and applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for these programs. The ideal candidates are passionate about Canadian history and will have some general familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, the following skillset:
-Culturally aware and a desire to work with people of all ages and backgrounds -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Strong research skills and the ability to learn and retain historical information -Flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast-paced setting -Organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities -An understanding of Canadian and Indigenous history, governance, and politics -Ability to set and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects and to take initiative -Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team -A commitment to exceptional customer service, including a tactful, responsive, pleasant, and effective manner in person, phone, and email communication -Ability to problem-solve effectively in an independent manner -Advanced computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office, Zoom, and PowerPoint -Class 5 driver’s license is required. -Previous work experience with summer camp programming or working with young audiences would be -considered an asset -The ability to communicate in French (written and oral) would be considered an asset. -This position requires flexibility and will include weekend shifts.
How to apply Applications will be considered beginning March 20, 2024, and will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, the following information must be submitted in a single PDF file to dcc-hr@usask.ca (note that the subject line of the email must state: “Summer Camp Programmer Application”: – Resume – Cover letter stating how you meet the qualifications, why this position appeals to you, and what you feel you can bring to the Diefenbaker Canada Centre team – Names and contact information (email address and phone number) of three references.
About the DCC The DCC’s purpose is to help people make meaningful and personal connections to ideas of citizenship, leadership, and Canada’s role in the international community. Programs and activities offered by the DCC aim to inspire participants to have optimism about Canada’s political culture and history, to take advantage of our democratic heritage, and to challenge their own notions of Canadian leadership and citizenship in an ever-changing community. For more information, visit https://www.usask.ca/diefenbaker/. The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respect to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Located on the University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus, the Diefenbaker Canada Centre (DCC) is dedicated to assisting in the development and career enhancement of its interns. The DCC has a proven track record of providing quality employment opportunities, during which interns gain valuable work experience and practical skills, expand their knowledge in the field of museology, and have the opportunity to experience a vibrant cultural workplace. In turn, the DCC has benefited from passionate interns who are excited to share their knowledge and ideas

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