Leader, Associations and Conferences

ABOUT SEA TO SKY MEETING AND ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT INC:
Sea to Sky Meeting and Association Management Inc. (Sea to Sky) is an award winning company founded in 2001. Our core business is providing conference, event and association management services to associations and organizations around the world. Our clients include individuals, provincial, national and international associations, provincial and federal governments and corporations.

We provide our clients with “one-stop” shopping options for conference, association management, tradeshow, special event production, tours and registration services. Our association management services includes helping board members and executive directors develop and implement strategic plans, providing membership administration, retention and recruitment services, managing finances, raising funds, managing projects and programs, and streamlining processes and systems to make the association more efficient and effective. Our in person conference and event experience varies from international conferences of up to 4,000 attendees, to a public festival of 8,000 visitors, and provincial and national annual conferences of 300 to 1,500 attendees. Our virtual event and online education experience consists of many forms: from virtual resource libraries, webinars, classrooms and fully accredited programs to virtual meetings, workshops, conferences and exhibitions.

THE POSITION:
Reporting to the President, the Leader, Associations and Conferences, is responsible for leading the Association and Conference teams by overseeing and directing operations (systems, equipment, people, and processes) that enable Sea to Sky to function to the highest level and most efficient manner possible in delivering association, conference and event management services.

Key responsibilities include:

- Strategic management of event contracts from initial stage to final product including management of logistics, marketing, social media, sponsorship and exhibit management, budget development, financial reporting, pre and onsite registration, tours, spousal programs and special events, housing and committee management
- Strategic management of association management contracts from the routine and detail-orientated tasks to build a solid policy and procedural foundation tailored to meet the strategic goals and objectives of the association.
- Oversight of direct reports through setting goals, establishing timelines, and holding team members accountable to high quality work standards
- Monitoring timelines, operating systems, procedures, costs and quality levels of programs, projects and activities, and taking corrective action when need and/or recommending improvements

WHAT WE OFFER:

- An industry competitive salary and benefit package
- Flexible full-time and part-time work options
- Opportunities for national and international travel
- Dynamic and friendly teamwork environment
- Potential for career growth and support for ongoing professional development

QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

- Must have a college or university degree (or industry equivalent) with at least 5 years of relevant experience working at the manager level with above average computer skills
- A team player who delivers the highest possible standards in terms of work quality and customer service
- A detail oriented effective communicator who provides accurate and timely responsiveness to enquires, requests and deadlines
- Willingness to travel and work overtime in the lead up to conferences and events
- Experience in digital marketing and a second language (French preferred) is an advantage

HOURS AND REMUNERATION:
Flexible and extra hours are occasionally required, leading up to an event and/or meeting. Travel may be involved if the meetings take place outside of Vancouver and/or very early hours to accommodate virtual meeting time zones. Remuneration starts at $80,000 per year and will be commensurate with experience. Benefits package provided.

TO APPLY:
This position is open until filled.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North Vancouver, BC V7M 3M7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Conference and Association: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person