Lang Pioneer Village Museum Casual Staff (NUG-26-17)

We're on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality!

If you're ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations.

Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together! Posting Details: Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 12:00pm Position Status: Casual Contract Estimated Contract Length: October 2026 - December 2026 Openings: Up to 6 vacancies Hourly Rate: $18.28/hr (rate effective January 1, 2026) Hours per Week: Casual hours, Mandatory Event days Position Location: Lang Pioneer Village Museum, Keene, Ontario.

Please be advised that this location is not accessible through public transportation.

Position Group: Non-Union Group Competition #: NUG-26-17 Job Description: Lang Seasonal What you'll do: Embark on a journey through time as a casual worker at Lang Pioneer Village Museum, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering an immersive living history experience of exceptional quality!

This dynamic casual role invites individuals to be one of the faces of the Museum, actively participating in customer service and making each visitor's experience truly memorable.

Interpret History: Engage visitors through interpretations to the public of 19th century residences and businesses, including live demonstrations of historic crafts, cooking, baking, trades & activities.

Ensure Authenticity: Wear era-appropriate attire and receive training on heritage demonstrations and trades to create an immersive living history experience.

Interact with the Public: Conduct tours and participate in heritage programming, for both small and large groups of visitors, and take on tasks within historical buildings, retail spaces, and food services areas.

• Behind the Scenes Tasks: Assisting with cleaning duties required in all the different buildings and helping with any tasks required for special events.

In accordance with County Policy, a Vulnerable Sector Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Selection Process: Get ready to showcase your skills!

The selection process is expected to take place in September.

Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. This job is for you if… Our non-negotiables: You are able to work weekends, and you have a reliable means of transportation to the village (there is no bus route available).

Historical Curiosity: You have a passion for or interest in local history.

Excellent Communicator: You have strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and you enjoy speaking with the public.

Actor Extraordinaire: You are comfortable and willing to wear era-appropriate attire while working in the Village. Benefits: You want to work for an organization that offers OMERS pension enrollment to set you up for the future!

Culture: You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities.

Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!

Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.

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Accessibility: Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

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