Student, Events Assistant - Oshawa, Canada - City of Oshawa

City of Oshawa

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Oshawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _
_City of Oshawa__ is one of Canada's fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest.

Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.

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Posting Number:004699

Job Title:
Student, Events Assistant

City:
Oshawa
Province:Ontario

Employment Group:
CUPE 251
Wage Rate:01, $ $29.32
Standard Weekly
Hours of
Work
:36.25 Shift Work Required**:Yes

Posting End Date:2024/03/01 by 4:30pm

To be eligible for a summer student position with the City of Oshawa you must be currently enrolled in full-time studies at a community college or university and returning to full-time studies in the fall.

Documentation from the school must be provided by the end of June indicating your intention to return to school at the end of the summer break in the current year.

If this documentation is not received, you will be disqualified from the student employment program and will not be considered for future student employment opportunities.

The Event Assistant is an important component of the Business and Economic Development workforce and is key to the successful coordination of events and community engagement.

Students must commit to a full term of employment from April 22 up to and including Friday, August 30, 2024.

Student performance will be evaluated during the work term.

Applications will be reviewed and those selected will proceed through the interview process.

Summary of Duties

Reporting to the Supervisor, Events and Community Engagement and/or designate, the student will perform various duties in the Business and Economic Development Branch within the Department of Economic & Development Services.

The City of Oshawa strives to provide an environment that cultivates and supports the following core values:
Authenticity, Courage, and Trust (ACT).

Work Performed
This position will assist with the implementation of City of Oshawa events, city supported events and community engagement programs.

The Event Assistant will perform various tasks, including but not limited to:

Conducting research and analysis and assisting in the development and implementation of the following project areas: tourism strategy, event planning packages and resources, procedures, and user and participant surveys
Providing administrative and logistics assistance for event meetings;
Assisting with related marketing and communication activities; providing support for event staff as necessary
Inputting data into Microsoft office and other database software
Representing the City of Oshawa and Department when attending events and interacting with community groups, agencies, and the general public
Preparing and packaging items for distribution; assisting with set up and take down of equipment as required
Other duties as assigned

Assist with duties associated with Community Engagement Programs and events including Community Clean Ups, Peony Festival, Canada Day, Events in the Park, and Kars on King.

Requirements:

Knowledge and skills generally associated with the completion of a minimum of one year postsecondary in event planning, tourism, or recreation and leisure studies.
Possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills able to deal courteously with the general public, members of the community and colleagues and maintain positive relationships.
Possess advanced written/oral English communication skills. Able to understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions concerning a variety of work assignments.
Possess a valid Ontario Driver's License, minimum Class "G", in good standing, and have access to a vehicle for all shifts.
Be able to work evenings and weekend shifts
Be able to work in variable conditions including indoor and outdoor work.
Be able to establish priorities and meet deadlines
Strong organization and timemanagement skills, being able to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities within short timelines
Creativity, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to operating both independently and within a team environment
The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day. _
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