Museum Interpreter
Closing Date of Opportunity: March 22, 2026
Name or Organization: The Whyte
Contact Email: jfesseler@gmail.com
Website: http://whyte.org
Post Content: Location: The Whyte, Banff
Duration: Full-time, April 13th (flexible) through August 28th , 2026
Wage: $25/hr.
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: March 22nd, 2026
Applicants must meet the Young Canada Works criteria
The Whyte is looking for two highly motivated and team-oriented Museum Interpreters to share their passion for the art, history, and culture of this area with museum visitors. This position will develop your communication and program delivery skills while gaining valuable museum work experience.
About The Whyte
The Whyte is an arts and cultural institution dedicated to preserving, researching, and sharing the art, history, and culture of the Canadian Rockies. Through exhibitions, archives, public programs, and community partnerships, The Whyte fosters meaningful connections between art, people, place, and history.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Greet Museum visitors
• Deliver multiple scripted tours daily to visitors and booked tour groups
• Be present in galleries to engage with visitors and assist with gallery security
• Assist with other annual events
• Deliver other interpretive programs as required
• Gather visitor feedback and comments
• Conduct independent reading and research in the areas of Rocky Mountain art, culture, and history
• Support visitor services and museum bookstore when needed
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:
• Be highly motivated
• Have strong oral and written communication skills
• Be fluent in the English language (French would be an asset)
• Have at least one year of post-secondary education in the field of Canadian History, Art, Art History, Natural Science, or a related field
• Must be able to stand for long periods, indoors and outdoors in all weather
• Certification in First Aid/CPR
The work week will consist of a 5-day schedule in the Education department. Candidates must commit to the entire term of work. They must be willing to work weekends, evenings and statutory holidays. Candidates must adhere to a dress code.
Subsidized housing is available.
The Whyte is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace. We value diverse perspectives and lived experiences and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who may contribute to the diversity of our organization.
Join a passionate team dedicated to celebrating mountain culture, art, and history in Banff National Park and enjoy a rewarding and culturally rich work environment.
Apply with resumé and cover letter to:
Julie Fesseler, Tour Program Manager
The Whyte
Box 160, Banff, AB
T1L 1A3
jfesseler@whyte.org
www.whyte.org