Program Leader – Special Events Programs *Please apply on the City of White Rock website only: https://www.whiterockcity.ca/Jobs.aspx Municipality: City of White Rock This posting closed on February 29, 2024 at 4:30 PM Job ID: 2024-06 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Recreation and Culture Job Description: The City of White Rock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! The City is a boutique, ocean-side community of 20,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and strong sense of community. The Recreation & Culture Department is seeking an enthusiastic individual with strong communication and coordination skills to supplement their regular staff during the spring and summer months. Duties: Responsibilities include assisting with the coordination of the City’s celebration of Canada Day by The Bay, Concerts at the Pier, Sea Festival and other community events. This position will also assist in coordinating event logistics, volunteer management and supervision, distributing marketing materials, and event set-up and tear down. Evening and weekend work is required. Educational Requirements: Completion of Grade 12 complemented by some related experience, preferably in municipal recreational work and some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience; preferred post-secondary studies in the areas of recreation, leisure, social and/or event management, education or related disciplines. Skill Requirements: • Working knowledge of organized community special event principles and practices including the safe and proper use of equipment and facilities; • Ability to plan, schedule, implement and lead assigned recreational programs and provide guidance and assistance to volunteers regarding instructional duties and safe and proper use of equipment and facilities; • Proficiency with standard office equipment and computer software including Microsoft Office programs; • Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic; • Ability to develop, draft and maintain various types of promotional materials and publications with creativity, detail and accuracy and ability to prepare and maintain files, records, reports and related material; • Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written and active listening and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, volunteers, program participants and the public, and to make a positive contribution to a team environment; • Ability to provide outstanding customer service balanced with the application of best practices and organizational policies; • Ability to prioritize workload and manage concurrent projects, to work independently, to perform tasks under periodic work pressure, and to exercise initiative and make decisions in accordance with applicable rules, regulations and policies; • Possess valid first aid certification by appointment’s start date; • Availability to work on days, evenings, and/or weekends; • Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license or equivalent with a demonstrated safe driving record by the appointment’s start date (please visit www.icbc.com for criteria regarding licensing); • Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to Police Information and Vulnerable Sector Checks. Salary: $22.53 (2021 rates) with select benefits offered Additional Information: The City has applied for the Canada Summer Jobs grant and if approved, applicants must meet the grant criteria. Review the Government of Canada Summer Jobs Website for detailed information about the program. If your experience and education have prepared you for success and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, your current driver’s abstract, and a copy of your first aid certification. Web Address: https://www.whiterockcity.ca/Jobs.aspx Address: City of White Rock 15322 Buena Vista Ave White Rock, BC V4B 1Y6 E-mail: hr@city.whiterock.bc.ca Fax: Opening Date: January 30, 2024 12:00 AM Closing Date: February 29, 2024 04:30 PM Back