Job Posting – Morrin Centre Tour Guide
The Morrin Centre is a nationally recognized heritage site and leading English-language cultural centre located in the heart of historic Old Quebec City. Built over 200 years ago as one of the city’s first jails, it now houses one of the world’s most beautiful libraries. The Centre’s mission is to provide the English- and French-speaking public with rich, engaging programming in the areas of heritage interpretation, education, and the arts. The Morrin Centre is managed by the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec (LHSQ). Founded in 1824, the LHSQ is the oldest existing learned society in Canada. Its history is linked to the intellectual development of Quebec and Canada.
Candidates should have a keen interest in history and must have strong communication skills and be energetic, out-going and punctual. He/she/they will be able to work autonomously within a team environment. Candidates must have advanced knowledge of both oral and written French and English with knowledge of additional languages considered an asset. Candidates should have experience with guided tours and working with the public. Applicants must have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel and be proficient at using email software. The successful candidate will have completed at least one-year of post- secondary studies in one of the following fields:
● History
● Historical Interpretation
● Museology
● Archaeology
● Tourism
● Art History
● Communications
● Education
● Theatre
● Liberal Arts
● Heritage Studies
● Other relevant discipline
The candidate selection process will be based on an evaluation of communication skills, past experience and knowledge of both official languages. Candidates must have finished at least one year of post-secondary education with the intention of returning to their studies in the fall and be under 30 years old. This position may include evening/weekend work. The staffing of this
position is dependent on approval of funding by our partner organization.
Start date: As soon as possible
End date: August/September
Salary: $18.50/hour
Interested candidates are invited to send their résumé and cover letter by email in French or English to anthonyarata@morrin.org
Please indicate YCW – Tour Guide in the subject line. Selected candidates will be invited to an interview.