Join Huronia Historical Parks as our Special Events Coordinator! Be the creative force behind captivating events that support business development at Huronia Historical Parks drive new event development and contribute to revenue generation, customer service, public relations, and outreach. Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement multiple events including music festivals, concerts, historical re-enactments, seasonal fairs, carnivals, celebrations, holidays and community events. Execute and evaluate all existing event-based programming, related educational events, outreach activities, event partnerships and volunteer programs. From planning logistics to building partnerships, as the Special Events Coordinator you will enhance the event portfolio at Huronia Historical Parks and create unforgettable tourism experiences!
Apply today and make history come alive!Please Note:- The successful candidate will work from either of the following locations:
1) 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene; or
2) 16164 Highway 12 East, Midland
- You will be required to work weekend and/or evening shifts
- Hours are commonly 36.25 hours per week but may fluctuate based on the timing of special events, programs and seasonal demands
- Work schedules are set in advance of the workweek
- A valid Class G driver's license is required
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We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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About the job
In this role, you will:
• Plan and coordinate the development, execution, and evaluation of all new and existing event-based programming from concept to completion.
• Create, plan, direct, implement, and evaluate innovative redesign opportunities for existing and new events from concept to completion to generate increased exposure and visibility, attract more visitors, lure new market segments, and increase revenue.
• Plan, implement, and maintain all material and content for existing and new events and initiatives, including programming plans, conceptual outlines, budgets, and revenue/expenditure estimates.
• Lead management of event opportunities and relationships with clients and partners to create and coordinate events and rentals.
• Coordinate and collaborate with subject matter experts in corporate services and marketing services support units.
• Coordinate regular, on-call, and student staff deployment and event volunteers and partners.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You must have a minimum of a valid driver's license class “G” or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
Event Planning and Project Management Skills:
You can demonstrate an ability to:
• Utilize event design and implementation techniques and best practices to conceive, plan, coordinate, and implement large public events and assist with new initiatives;
• Utilize project management techniques and strategies to plan, direct, implement, and evaluate multiple, concurrent project initiatives from concept to completion within established deadlines, budgets, and deliverables;
• Lead teams of staff, volunteers, and vendors.
Communications and Marketing Skills:
You can:
• Identify and execute opportunities which generate increased exposure and visibility, attract more visitors and clients, lure new market segments, and generate added revenue;
• Understand trends in tourism and entertainment and leverage them to increase attendance and revenue through focused event design, evaluation, and re-design;
• Assist with the development and implementation of communication strategies and plans and collaborate with support services and partners to market special events, promotions, and partnership opportunities;
• Write and edit various materials;
• Use Microsoft Office for presentations and documents;
• Employ oral and written communication skills to represent the organization and prepare a variety of written materials.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
You can:
• Assess market trends and customer survey data to plan and coordinate a range of special events which are innovative and meet the goal of increased attendance and revenue;
• Develop business cases, communications strategies, and plans for project initiatives;
• Research to support and enhance existing special event programming and to support new initiatives;
• Evaluate and prepare, present and distribute evaluations of special events including achievement vs. objectives and return on investment;
• Problem-solve to resolve a range of ongoing issues on time to ensure the success of all project initiatives;
• Listen to identify, understand, and resolve/implement partner, stakeholder, and management feedback.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!