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Information Centre Labourer Position Available

The Municipality of Highlands East is currently seeking a part-time, Information Centre Labourer.

This is a part-time, seasonal position. The successful candidate will work with the Community Economic Development & Committee Coordinator.  This position will be responsible for providing assistance to the Community Economic Development & Committee Coordinator with the operations of the Highlands East Information Centre.  

Job Details

This position is for up to 30 hours per week, varied days of the week including weekends, and has a $26.84 per hour rate of pay. The Information Centre Labourer will be expected to work inside and outside. Position to commence as soon as possible for a 16-week period.

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

  • Knowledge of Highlands East activities (Mineral Collecting, Trails, Geo-Caching, local events)
  • Knowledge of the Highlands East Information Centre Operations
  • Awareness of current goals and objectives of the Municipality
  • A valid Class G or G2 driver’s license

Job Description

Labourer will assist visitors in our Information Centre, located in Wilberforce. You will provide information about the Municipality which includes travel directions, information about accommodations, restaurants, points of interest and things to do in the area.
You must be very familiar with the Municipality of Highlands East (including local businesses and points of interest), possess excellent interpersonal, communication and social skills. Excellent customer service skills, ability to problem solve and attention to detail is a must. You must be knowledgeable or willing to learn about geocaching, mineral collection, trails, and special events in the Municipality.

The successful candidate must possess excellent computer and professional telephone skills, and the ability to work independently and unaccompanied while on certain shifts. Some physical labour is required. Must have a valid “G2” driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Duties include:

  • Answer inquiries by telephone, email, or walk in visitors
  • Tracking inquiries
  • Stocking all brochures, racks, and organizing brochures
  • Updating events and other details
  • Mailing out packages
  • Photocopying
  • Database work
  • Light garbage clean up duties
  • Update Exploration Centres
  • Attend events and trade shows as required
  • Other duties as assigned

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our dedicated team of municipal professionals, applications clearly marked “Application – Information Centre Labourer” may be submitted on or before  12:00 p.m, Friday, June 5, 2026 via email, mail, in person, or fax. Interested applicants may direct inquiries and submit their resume, including references, in confidence to:

Tracy Vader, HR/Payroll Coordinator
Municipality of Highlands East
P.O. Box 295, 2249 Loop Road
Wilberforce, ON K0L 3C0
Fax: 705-448-2532
E-Mail: humanresources@highlandseast.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Municipality of Highlands East is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants requiring accommodation are asked to contact the HR/Payroll Coordinator.

Applicant information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment with the Municipality of Highlands East. Questions about this collection should be directed to Tracy Vader, HR/Payroll Coordinator.