Event Services Coordinator

3 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada Saskatoon Funeral Home Edwards Family Centre Full time

The Edwards Family Centre and the Saskatoon Funeral Home is a locally owned, family business in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The importance of family and community are part of the fabric of the Wm. A. Edwards Family.

The Edwards Family Centre provide a premier place and service for all manner of gatherings be it following a Prayer Vigil, a traditional Funeral or Memorial Service as well as less formal Come & Go Events or a full Memorial Reception. The Edwards Family Centre also provides a place for educational and informative presentations, as well as regular or special meetings for community clubs, associations, churches, and social groups. The Centre fills a community need for access to services and support related to death and grieving and over the years has provided use of the facility to over 100 self-help, caregiving, bereavement and non-profit community groups and organizations.

We would love for you to join our team of dedicated professionals. Come work with us and enjoy a friendly work environment while helping others in a meaningful way every day.
----------------------------------------------
- **Roll**
- Oversee all aspects of coordination, planning, and execution of The Edwards Family Centre events, operations, and staffing
- Events include receptions, gatherings, meetings, workshops, and community events
- Coordination, planning, and execution of events held at other locations.
- Manage the day-to-day functions of the centre
- Nurture and build relationships with staff, vendors, and community contacts
- Maintain and meet strict schedules, deadlines, and stay within budget
- Ensure all aspects of the centre run smoothly

**Responsibilities**
- Scheduling of events
- Collaborate with internal staff, clients, and community to establish the requirements for events
- Review contract and discuss with Funeral Director for clarification and implementation
- Ensure all scheduled events are planned and staffed appropriately.
- Planning for events includes facility preparation, ordering food and catering, supplies, materials, and equipment
- Oversee experience from conception through completion; manage on-site preparations and ensure consistent, high-level service
- Manage vendor relationships, client communications, create and negotiate contracts, and manage budgets
- Coordinate the purchasing of supplies and/or goods and services
- Develop and maintain catering menus
- Organize, train, recruit, and supervise reception support personnel
- Communicates instructions to support personnel for set-up, work assignments, and clean-up
- Create and maintain adequate records including Scheduling Calendar, Operations Manual, Staff Manual, and Planning Manual
- Build and maintain a comprehensive database of vendors and community contacts
- Keep an updated supply and equipment inventory
- Expand event options by researching and bringing new ideas, options, and solutions forward
- Promotion of the Edwards Family Centre to the local community through regular and active engagement
- Maintain, organize, and promote Edwards Family Centre resource library
- Monitor appearance of the centre; ensure facility, equipment, and furniture is well maintained, clean, neat, and orderly at all times
- Contact building maintenance in the event of deficiencies or required maintenance
- Assist in identifying services, support, workshops, and programs related to death, grieving, caregiving, bereavement that may be a good relationship partner with the centre and the organization

**Skills and qualifications**
- Enjoys interacting with others with a courteous, helpful, friendly and caring demeanor
- Experience in some combination of community engagement, marketing, event planning, or customer service
- Proven success in scheduling, planning, coordination, and supervision
- Customer care focused and solution driven
- Experience in building and maintaining positive co-worker, staff, business, and community relationships
- Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and attention to detail
- Ability to handle pressure and make good decisions quickly
- Experience in coordinating, managing, supervising, and training of teams
- Computer literate and proficient for administration of responsibilities

**Environment**
- Work is primarily indoors, may also include working outdoors during all seasons and weather
- Professional attire required
- Frequent continuous period of time sitting or standing up to 6 hours per day
- Frequently climbing stairs to access buildings
- Event hours do include nights and weekends. The coordination and supervision of weekend and evening events is required. If not in attendance to the event, the coordination and assignment of an Event Lead for the planned event is a requirement. A flexible work week schedule can be established.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organizati

  • Event & Community Engagement Coordinator

    1 month ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Coors Event Centre Full time

    **Event & Community Engagement Coordinator** Coors Event Centre is seeking an Event and Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team in Saskatoon, SK. **Position Summary**: Will be responsible for the overall marketing strategy and execution of the company’s advertising programs. This includes managing the company’s marketing collateral, including...

  • Events Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre Full time

    **Reports to**: Director of Sales & Marketing **Department**:Sales **Principle Purpose of Job**: Events Coordinator is responsible to achieve hotel revenue, profit and customer satisfaction goals by negotiating group business and coordinating the execution of the business with other departments. **Core Competencies** - Customer Focus - Communication -...

  • Events Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre Full time

    **Reports to**: Director of Sales & Marketing **Department**:Sales **Principle Purpose of Job**: Events Coordinator is responsible to achieve hotel revenue, profit and customer satisfaction goals by negotiating group business and coordinating the execution of the business with other departments. **Core Competencies** - Customer Focus - Communication -...

  • Event Coordinator

    1 month ago

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Michaels Full time

    Event Coordinator Job DescriptionMichaels is seeking a highly organized and enthusiastic Event Coordinator to join our team. As an Event Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating events, including children's birthday parties and other craft classes or events, to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests.Key...

  • Event Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre Full time

    Events Coordinator is responsible to achieve hotel revenue, profit and customer satisfaction goals by negotiating group business and coordinating the execution of the business with other departments. Core Competencies - Customer Focus - Communication - Energy & Stress - Analytical Thinking - Negotiation - Networking and Relationship Building - Team Work -...

  • Marketing Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Coors Event Centre Full time

    **Marketing Coordinator** Coors Event Centre is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to join our team in Saskatoon, SK. **Position Summary**: The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for the overall marketing strategy and execution of the company’s advertising programs. This includes managing the company’s marketing collateral, including posters, flyers,...

  • Event Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Chop Steakhouse Full time

    JOB PROFILE - Event Coordinator / Supervisor REPORTS TO: Event Manager ROLE: Assistant to Event Manager, second in command in department, to create memorable experiences with attentive service, product knowledge, fun and passion. Acts as shift leader with clients and staff. MEASUREMENT: - Attitude - Ability to give guests a fantastic and memorable...

  • Events Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Michaels Full time

    Store - SASKATOON, SKPlan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests. Deliver friendly customer service by helping customers shop at our store and find what they’re looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout...

  • Special Events Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Sheraton Cavalier Scarlet Restaurant Full time

    The Social Event Coordinator maximizes hotel revenue by seeking out, identifying, and fully qualifying hotel group and catering business in relation to the social segment. The consultant will provide efficient and professional service by anticipating guests’ needs, building relationships, and detailing their expectations through communication to other...

  • Event Services Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada TCU Place Full time

    TCU Place is a dynamic and vibrant workplace where we create lasting memories for our guests, clients, and coworkers. We are seeking a skilled Event Services Custodian to support our overnight room conversions and facility cleaning. This role is crucial in ensuring a presentation of excellence with each unique event held at TCU Place.Under the supervision of...

  • Event Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Parkinson Canada Full time

    **Parkinson Canada Volunteer Opportunity** **Volunteer SuperWalk Coordinator** Parkinson Canada believes in a better life today for People Living with Parkinson's, and a world without Parkinson's tomorrow. Canada has some of the world's highest rates, and it is growing quickly. People living with Parkinson's are at the centre of everything we do at...

  • Volunteer Event Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Parkinson Canada Inc. Full time

    **Parkinson Canada Volunteer Opportunity** **Volunteer SuperWalk Coordinator** Parkinson Canada believes in a better life today for People Living with Parkinson’s, and a world without Parkinson’s tomorrow. Canada has some of the world’s highest rates, and it is growing quickly. People living with Parkinson’s are at the centre of everything we do at...

  • Marketing Events Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Affinity Credit Union Full time

    Job Summary:As a Marketing Events Coordinator at Affinity Credit Union, you will oversee the planning, promotion, and execution of business development events. This includes identifying attendees, communicating logistics, and arranging event branding and materials.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement event marketing strategies to achieve business...

  • Event Services Lead Hand

    2 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada TCU Place Full time

    Under supervision of the Event Services Supervisor, this position provides leadership and direction to the Event Services Custodians to complete the setup and teardown of events; implements the details and requirements of the events, as provided by the Events Coordinator, Duty Manager, and the client. Event Services Lead Hand is a permanent part-time...

  • Alumni Relations and Events Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

    **Alumni Relations and Events Coordinator**: **Primary Purpose**: We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Alumni Relations and Events Coordinator to join our team. This role will help drive the alumni relations program, contributing to the growth of our donor pipeline while retaining existing donors. This position will be responsible for supporting a robust...

  • Marketing and Events Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Kimoso Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Marketing and Events Coordinator to join our team at Kimoso. In this role, you will be responsible for developing all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising, and information purposes.ResponsibilitiesDevelop communication strategies to promote our brand and increase awareness among our target audience.Prepare...

  • Events and Experiences Manager

    6 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada METIS NATION - SASKATCHEWAN Full time

    **POSITION TITLE**: Events and Experiences Manager **DEPARTMENT**: Storytelling and Content Services **CLASSIFICATION**: MGO-08 **SALARY RANGE**: $86,700.000 to $103,615.000 Per Annum **POSITION TYPE**: Full-time, Permanent **LOCATION**: Saskatoon **REPORTS TO**: Director of Storytelling and Content Services **Brief Overview** - Under the direction of...

  • Wedding + Event Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Infinity Events & Décor Full time

    Infinity Events & Décor is the one stop event shop in Saskatchewan offering services that include event design, event planning, coordination, live florals, décor rentals, photography, videography, venue reantals, and jewelry all in house. We are a rapidly growing, fun, energetic, team focused company seeking the right person to jump in and grow with...

  • Event Services Custodian

    6 months ago

    Saskatoon, Canada TCU Place Full time

    TCU Place is an incredible place to work. We continually shape lasting memories for our guests, clients, and coworkers. Come be a part of our growing team! We are currently seeking Event Services Custodians to support overnight room conversions and facility cleaning. This position is essential to ensure a presentation of excellence with each unique event...

  • Wedding + Event Planner

    5 days ago

    Saskatoon, Canada Infinity Events & Décor Full time

    Infinity Events & Décor is the one stop event shop in Saskatchewan offering services that include event design, event planning, coordination, live florals, décor rentals, photography, videography, venue reantals, and jewelry all in house. We are a rapidly growing, fun, energetic, team focused company seeking the right person to jump in and grow with...