Special Events Coordinator - Saint John, Canada - City of Saint John

City of Saint John

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Saint John, Canada

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Description

Special Events Coordinator

Competition number:

23-015

Salary:

$19.13/Hour

Job Type:

Student

Closing Date:

February 26, 2023

Position Overview:

Under the direct supervision of the Growth Coordinator, the Special Events Coordinators will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and the implementing a variety of special events and activities that create a more vibrant and welcoming Saint John.

The incumbent will work closely with the City's Growth and Community Services team to deliver on a variety of City initiated events and programming such the Night Market; the Municipal ENCORE Program; Saint John Welcome Events; the Playground Program; and other duties as assigned.

The successful applicant will also work with a variety of event organizers, community partners, and neighbourhood associations to assist them in the successful delivery of their events when City services are requested.

The Special Events Coordinator will coordinate, and supervise vendors, volunteers and other staff as needed, and ensure that all events and activities are conducted in a manner that supports Growth and upholds public safety.

Essential Qualifications:
Preference will be given to a student enrolled in a post-secondary institution studying Recreation, Arts, Planning, Business, or equivalent.

Prior experience in event coordination is an asset.

Prior experience in supervision of staff or volunteers is an asset.

CPR and First Aid Certification must be acquired prior to, or shortly after the start date.

A valid Class 5 Driver's License is required.

Please note:

It is a condition of employment with the City of Saint John to show proof of full vaccination or a valid certificate of medical exemption from vaccination.

Those who provide a valid certificate of medical exemption are required to comply with the City's Vaccine and Test Policy.

Failure to comply with this condition of employment is cause for termination.

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE POSITIONS ARE FILLED.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only.

Qualified applicants should submit their resume to:

City of Saint John Attention:
Hiring Committee

Only those applicants being considered further will be contacted.