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The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.
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Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Special Event Developer, assists in delivery of summer events organized by the Section.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists with the coordination and implementation of the City summer events.
- Participates in equipment and supply gathering, set-up and take down for events and displays.
- Plans and leads activities during events. Monitors activity areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Assists the Special Event Developer with concession and merchandise sales.
- Assists with set-up and support of community group and artisan areas at events.
- Assists with social media marketing by uploading pictures and promoting events.
- Assists with event volunteers including on-site sign-in/out, task assignments and support.
- Collects relevant demographic data from event participants for grant compliance.
- Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
- Diploma, or currently enrolled in recreation, arts programming, events management, or a related field; and
- Demonstrated experience in administrative duties, recreation and/or arts programming and/or volunteer management
- Basic knowledge of social media tools and trends
Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Must be at basic skill level in word processing and spreadsheet software
- Proven ability to be flexible and adapt to change
- Self-starter with proven organizational skills
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent
- Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
- Ability to work to deadlines and a demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
- May be required to provide a successful driver’s record (uncertified)
- Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)
- Will be required to work irregular hours, weekends, and outdoors in all weather conditions
General Information:
As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:
- Photos
- Any certificates that have photo identification
- Driver’s licences
- Police records checks
Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.
ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.
PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866