Special Events Officer

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking a dedicated individual to support local programs and the events industry. This role involves managing equipment inventory, ensuring event compliance, and updating community event information. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills, along with a secondary school graduation. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manages inventory of equipment and organizes pick-up and returns.
• Updates the City’s website calendar of community events.
• Performs event inspections for compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Writing and editing skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Secondary school graduation

Previous related experience

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the general supervision of the Community & Event Development Coordinator, is responsible for implementing various initiatives that support local programs and the events industry.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Manages an inventory of equipment items; organizes equipment, arranges for pick-up and returns and manages inventory tracking system; arranges for equipment cleaning and repair.
• Performs event inspection to ensure compliance with terms of street closure permit.
• Updates the City’s website calendar of community events; compiles event information for various publications.
• Updates the event sections of the City of Thunder Bay website.
• Attends meetings as required, and presents and reports as needed.
• Performs such other related duties as may be require d.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Experience :

• Secondary school graduation
• Previous related experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills / Abilities :

• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and a demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects
• Proficient in the use of computers and current software
• Must possess superior writing and editing skills and on-line communications expertise

Assets :

• Experience in operating professional audio and lighting equipment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

• Will be required to travel to various work locations and provide own transportation
• Irregular work hours, including weekdays, evenings and weekends, are required
• Must be physically able to lift, bend and carry various event equipment, as required

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

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 : [phone]

The City of Thunder Bay providesexceptional quality of life to those wholive, 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 isrich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value ourhigh quality of lifeand 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.

The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together!

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