Market and Coordinate Exceptional Events!

About our community :

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community.

It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work / life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world.

And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!

About our organization :

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About the opportunity :

The incumbent's role is to coordinate exceptional sports & entertainment events at the CN Centre, support other events in City venues, and to contribute to the City's reputation for guest service excellence.

The incumbent will coordinate a portfolio encompassing a variety of entertainment events and activities. Acting as an ambassador for the City and its premier event venue, the incumbent ensures that events are produced and supported in a professional and exceptional manner.

Working a variety of hours is required, in response to event demands.

About your background :

You have completed a two-year diploma in sports and entertainment management, marketing management, hospitality, tourism, or a related field.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of two years' related experience and considerable knowledge of various marketing methods.

You must have the ability to problem solve quickly in a dynamic event environment and enhance business opportunities for the venue.

A valid, full privilege Class 5 driver's license is required along with a Police Information Check for offences related to the position.

Why you will love working for our Prince George Events team at the City of Prince George :

• Apply your strong negotiation and problem-solving skills to this role!
• Build strong and meaningful relationships!
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $37.80 to $38.76 per hour rate, plus an excellent benefits and pension package.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by October 30, 2024 to :

Want to know more about this exciting career?

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details!

Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?

Please visit : Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.