Posted on: May 19, 2022 | General News, Whiteshell Community Events, Whiteshell News
Type of position: Seasonal Travel Counsellor (Whiteshell)
Travel Manitoba is looking for passionate Manitobans for seasonal employment at our Whiteshell Visitor Information Centre located on located on the Trans Canada Highway #1 near the Ontario border.
Our centre will be open to the public from July until September 5, 2022. We assist Canadian and international travelers by providing maps, travel brochures and personal service. Our Travel
Counsellors help visitors with any questions and make personalized recommendations about places to go and things to see and do while they are in Manitoba. We want travellers to have the best experience possible while they are here.We are looking for hard-working individuals to work at the Whiteshell Visitor Centre. Candidates should be enthusiastic and comfortable interacting with the public. All of our staff are proud to promote our beautiful province so a positive attitude is a MUST!
Qualifications: The successful candidates will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, possess strong organizational and communication abilities and have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. An understanding of the tourism industry, particularly in Manitoba, would be an asset. Computer proficiencies will include Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Bilingual language skills (English & French) would be considered an asset.
Travel Manitoba is committed to protecting the health and providing a safe environment for all its employees. Therefore in accordance with current policy, Travel Manitoba requires that all of its staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof as a condition of employment.
Term: Part-time and full-time seasonal positions available. Staff will be expected to work weekends and statutory holidays as these are the busiest times at our Visitor Centres. All staff will attend a training session in Winnipeg in or around mid-June before the centres open for the season. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Closing Date: Friday, June 3, 2022
Please send a copy of your cover letter and resume to hr@travelmanitoba.com
Be sure to indicate “Whiteshell Visitor Centre” in your email.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
