Special Event Leader

3 months ago

Sylvan Lake, Canada Town of Sylvan Lake Full time

The Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused, visitor friendly and THE place to do business. Fifteen minutes from Red Deer, and an hour and a half from both Calgary and Edmonton, we offer the amenities of a larger center with the relaxed living atmosphere of a smaller community. With abundant year-round recreational and cultural activities, we have definitely earned the name of “Brilliant All Year”

The Town of Sylvan Lake’s mission is to deliver responsible municipal services and infrastructure that support an outstanding quality of life, unforgettable experiences, and a strong, diverse economy. We achieve that through our values of integrity, accountability, engagement, innovation, diversity and inclusion and our highly skilled workforce and are recruiting for multiple:
**SPECIAL EVENT LEADER**
- **Casual Hours (flexibility required to work days/evenings/weekends)**

**(with possibility of expansion of hours in the spring)**
- **Starting Wage $19.64**

Working closely with the Special Event Coordinator, the Special Event Leader assists with event planning and implementation for Town of Sylvan Lake Special Events. This position demonstrates strong customer service with an emphasis in high energy, enthusiasm and creativity.
**ACCOUNTABILITIES**

1. Provides assistance with the set up and delivery of community events including but not limited to
- Setting up the event space and tearing down event assets on event day
- Collecting, selling, and managing event tickets and entrance qualifications on event day
- Serve food and beverage at select events
- Assist with crowd control and public relations inquiries on event day (ie. Providing updates to the public about delayed fireworks, communicating event changes, providing directions to event activities, etc.)

2. Provide assistance with the preparation of event logistics which includes but not limited to
- Loading the Special Events vehicle with Special Event supplies
- Transporting supplies in the Special Events vehicle to and from site
- Delivery of event resources to identified businesses and residences
- Event supply shopping and inventory control

3. Assistance with event day communications including taking photos of the event, posting to social media accounts, and providing relevant updates to social media channels

4. Enthusiastically activate the event space activities as required. This includes but is not limited to:

- Providing support with games, crafts, and event activities by inviting participants to join in all event activities

5. Manages resources effectively by
- Anticipating and identifying challenges and issues pertaining to all relevant equipment and report back to the event supervisor
- Performs regular checks and inventories of event equipment

6. Promotes, supports and enforces Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements.7. Understands and adheres to all employer responsibilities as outlined in The Town’s HumanResources and Health and Safety Policies.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Minimum 18 years of age for licensed events
- One (1) year of relevant experience
- A valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Standard First Aid and CPR
- ProServe (preferred)
- RCMP Based Criminal Record Check
- Demonstrates initiative, team spirit and respect
- Good organization and observation skills and attention to detail
- Ability to produce high quality work quickly under pressure
- Exceptional interpersonal and problem solving skills in dealing with staff, peers, and the public under varied circumstances
- Lifting event supplies and equipment (up to 50 lbs)

**Town of Sylvan Lake**
5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: From $19.64 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Event Coordination: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- RCMP Based Criminal Record Check (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1M6: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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