Events Team Supervisor

Sheridan Student Union; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Events Team Supervisor to enhance student life programming. This role involves planning, executing, and managing events across campuses, ensuring a vibrant student experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, with a passion for creating engaging events. You will collaborate with various teams, manage event logistics, and advocate for student needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment and make a real impact on students' lives while developing your skills in event management.

Qualifications

• Passion for creating student life programming and eagerness to learn.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing events at all Sheridan campuses.
• Manage inventory of event materials and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Experience in Event Planning

Knowledge of Student Life Programming

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Position: Events Team Supervisor
Reports To: Assistant Manager, Programming & Events
Job Type: Contract

Term of Office: Start date: July 7, 2025

Pay Rate: $20.42/hourly, bi-weekly
Hours: 35 hours per week (some evenings and weekends will be required)

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Founded in 1975, the Sheridan Student Union represents all fee-paying students at Sheridan College. The Mission of the SSU is creating an exceptional student experience through student focused programs, services, and advocacy. All employees of the Corporation fundamentally serve the students of Sheridan College.

SCOPE AND NATURE

In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of responsibility is exercised with the final overview by the Assistant Manager, Programming & Events. It is also important that the Events Team Supervisor works closely with the Assistant Manager to ensure that they are up to date on the basic overall operations of SSU’s student events and activities. In all activities, it is crucial that the Events Team Supervisor recognizes that service to students is a top priority.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
-Assist in the planning, implementation, and execution of programming and events at all Sheridan campuses, including all student life programming, SSU Catering events, and other external opportunities that arise
-Support creation of event plans and event layouts for each event as well as Eventbrite pages for Programming department events and external/club requests
-Assist in purchasing and acquiring supplies and prizes for activities and events, working within a given budget and submitting proper purchase request forms and receipts
-Work alongside campus teams, holding regular meetings, scheduling staff for shifts, and creating regular communications specifying event instructions and other necessary details
-Collect feedback pre- and post-events, manage feedback emails and construct a monthly engagement draft based on feedback analysis
-Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process through Event Debrief forms
-Execute events at maximum potential and meet event goals/targets in line with the current needs of students, including hosting duties
-Support on-site production, setup, and clean-up for events, coordinate with external and internal vendors on collaborative projects
-Manage inventory of event materials and organize on-site storage spaces
-Operate in accordance with the Vision, Values and Mission, as well as the by-laws and policies of the SSU long-term strategic plan
-Act as venue operation lead, understanding how each venue’s facility functions with sound and production and provide strong customer service skills for all potential stakeholders using the venue.
-Assist in developing and implementing training and onboarding practices for incoming and returning staff, including creating a continuity package that highlights the year of events proposals/advance dockets, events, post-evaluation forms, and event budget requests, and any other training materials that would be helpful
-Assist in the creation of an “event toolbox” for each campus, containing all essentials for every standard event hosted throughout the year
-Other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Manager, Programming & Events
-Assist in the successful implementation and execution of risk management strategies

QUALIFICATIONS
-Passion for creating student life programming, an eagerness to learn, and a proactive attitude, developing on an existing skillset and expanding their knowledge and understanding of the world of student life programming
-Understand what the student community wants to experience, advocate for it, and apply that knowledge to programming brainstorming sessions
-Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills leading a group of event assistants throughout the event calendar year
-Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and work effectively, both independently and within a team
-Flexible hours required as there will be some shifts in evenings and on weekends
-Having a car is an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please no phone calls.
The Sheridan Student Union welcomes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Aboriginal People, and persons with disabilities.
To request more information on our accessibility policies or to discuss any accommodations you may require in order to participate in the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) contact [e-mail].