Event Services Coordinator

**Company Biography1**:
As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.

At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together.

If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we’d love to hear from you

**The Opportunity**:
The Event Services Coordinator will lead the development and implementation of City of Airdrie Signature Events and Special Event Permitting to assist with external events organizers to plan and produce safe and successful community events in the public domain. This position will be responsible to develop performance measures to ensure Signature Events and Culture & Event Services program offerings meet Council’s objectives.

Responsibilities include:

- Responsible for developing and carrying out as the single point of contact for the special event process by aiding event organizers to obtain permits
- Implement four City-led events (AirdrieFEST, Canada Day and NYE Fireworks, Cabin Fever); coordinate event site, permit and ERP requirements for CPKC Holiday Train, Santa Claus and Canada Day Parade; coordinate public awareness campaign for seasonal community events
- Research vendors and entertainment to accommodate the quality and budget associated with municipal events
- Key contact liaison between external clients and internal departments to understand and deliver the requirements for each event including collaboration regarding event marketing and communication plans
- Manage all event operations to comply with safety policies, procedures, and all relevant health & safety legislation as it relates to operations and ensures that all tasks are completed safely using City safety guidelines
- Responsible for the execution of City of Airdrie Special Events including planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting
- Conduct post-event evaluations including participation from identified partners
- Administer agreements with event organizers while ensuring adherence to guidelines and applicable laws and regulations

**You Bring**:

- Post-secondary education or certification in Business Administration, Project Management, Event Planning and/or Hospitality required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in event management
- Passion for arts, culture, heritage and the community
- Demonstrated competencies in project management, excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in both thought and action, in issue identification and problem solving
- Highly self-motivated and self-directed
- Strong customer service focus
- Enthusiastic and positive
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- The ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and community groups
- The ability to pay close attention to details
- The ability to work well under pressure and make responsible decisions quickly

**We Offer**:
Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, this position also includes:

- Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
- Career development and tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts, annual adult Genesis Place pass, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.

**Additional Information**:
This is a full time 6 month term position (40 hours per week) that includes a comprehensive benefits package.

This position may pivot to support all other areas of the Culture and Event Services Department.

**Next Steps**:
Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.

**Company Biography2**:
Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.