Special Events & Community Coordinator Municipality: City of Abbotsford To apply online, click here Job ID: J0724-0635 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Innovation, Strategy & Intergovernmental Relations Job Description: The City of Abbotsford’s Innovation, Strategy & Intergovernmental Relations department is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated individual with proven skills and experience working in a fast-paced environment to join our team as a temporary full-time Special Events & Community Coordinator for approximately 9 months. Reporting to the Special Events & Community Manager, this position will work within our Economic Development team. The Special Events & Community Coordinator ensures that submitted event applications are complete with supporting documents such as insurance, site maps, detailed vendor lists and all necessary plans approved by the City and outside agencies. The position reviews permit applications for general compliance with relevant City bylaws. As the successful candidate you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating City events, ensuring the involvement of related City staff and representatives, volunteers, and contractors. The Coordinator exercises considerable independence and judgement in ensuring adherence to submission requirements. The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines are essential to be successful in this role. Educational Requirements: As our ideal candidate you will have: • Degree in Marketing, Promotions, Tourism, Event Planning or other related recognized program plus successful completion of the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Essentials course; • Five years’ experience in the field of events; including three years’ experience leading large scale events, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and • Valid Class 5 BC Drivers Licence. Salary: This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $35.97 to $42.30 per hour. At the City of Abbotsford, we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. Additional Information: At the City of Abbotsford, we offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals form all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We are happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 E-mail: careers@abbotsford.ca Fax: 604-864-5541 Opening Date: July 12, 2024 08:30 AM Closing Date: July 28, 2024 05:00 PM Back