Communications Assistant: Social Media And Outreach

Would you like an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of communications working for a tourism-centred government agency? Parks Canada is looking for a creative, passionate candidate with excellent communication skills to help promote information and stories on some of this country’s most significant natural and cultural heritage. Help us connect with all Canadians and visitors to share Parks Canada administered sites in Southwestern Ontario.

The Communications Assistant will work with the Parks Canada Southwestern Ontario Field Unit External Relations team to participate in outreach events and develop communications products for Fort George, Fort Malden, HMCS Haida, Woodside, and Niagara National Historic Sites, and Point Pelee National Park.

Job duties overview:

• Assist with the creation and writing of digital communications materials – including but not limited to Social Media campaigns, web content, e-newsletters, media information, and other documents.
• Support in assembling and organizing information, coordinating communication approvals, and preparing content for publication.
• Participate in virtual or in-person events to engage the public; deliver educational messages or activities and provide visitor information on Parks Canada administered places in Southwestern Ontario.
• Record accounts of public interactions and file electronic reports on events and successes.
• Potential travel in Southwestern Ontario to assist with special events at Parks Canada administered places.
• Support in data organization for photo and video gallery and promotions products.
• Assist as needed with events both at our sites and in neighbouring communities, tourism programs, and other promotions and marketing tasks.

Job Location(s): Hybrid – includes both remote work and office work Leamington, Ontario.

Timeline: This is a seasonal position from May to August 2024.

Rate of pay: $18.42 per hour (Salary to be determined at the time of the appointment).

To be eligible, you must be:

• A student in an accredited institution or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.
• Or someone between the ages of 15 and 30 years old who self-identifies as belonging to one or more Employment Equity groups (i.e. Indigenous youth, Racialized youth, or youth with disabilities).

APPLICANTS WILL BE SCREENED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

Education:

• An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience in Social Media and/or communications.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team.
• Must have exceptional communication skills in writing and be able to interact effectively with the public (virtually or in person).
• Must be well-organized and able to plan, prioritize, and complete assignments.
• Must be able to create, deliver, and assess Social Media content.
• Knowledge of curating marketing materials to target audiences.
• Knowledge of Parks Canada’s mandate and Parks Canada sites in Southwestern Ontario.
• Experience with photography / videography is an asset.
• Someone who exercises sound judgment and communicates passion for Parks Canada’s mandate and strives for excellence.

Language:

• English Essential
• Fluency in languages other than English is an asset.

Conditions of Employment:

• Reliability Status security clearance.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, if required.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to occasionally wear a Parks Canada uniform and/or mascot costume.
• Willingness to work in person in a Parks Canada administration building as part of a hybrid position.

How to Apply:

Submit a resume (2 pages max) and cover letter (1 page max) of your experience and abilities related to this position to ugsocommunicationssofu@pc.gc.ca.

*Note: The cover letter will be used to assess your writing abilities and experience with the skills related to this position.

Deadline to apply is by midnight on February 25, 2024. Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

*Please note, that as a diverse employer, Parks Canada encourages students and youth from all backgrounds to apply. Preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as youth facing an employment barrier, including Indigenous youth, visible minority youth, or youth with a disability.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Salary: From $18.42 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leamington, ON N8H 3V4