Job title:

Public Programs Coordinator

Supervisor:

Group Services & Venue Manager

Hours of work:
Sunday-Thursday,
35 hours a week including some evenings

Job Summary:

The Public Programs Coordinator is a member of the Group Services team with a special focus of responsibilities revolving around the development, implementation, delivery, and promotion of public programs and special events. This full-time position has a flexible schedule dependent on programming and may be required to work evenings as needed.

Principal Tasks:

• Develop and facilitate innovative, revenue-generating public-facing programs and special events to attract current members and new visitors

• Collaborate with other departments on event planning and execution

• Build partnerships with artists, outdoor recreation leaders, specialized presenters, environmental consultants, and Indigenous leaders to enhance programming and offerings

• Train and coordinate the programming junior staff

• Adhere to and report on the annual programming and event budgets, collaborating with the Group Services & Venue Manager

• Work with the Group Services & Venue Manager and Marketing & Communications Manager on the development of an annual public programming strategy

• Plan FortWhyte Alive’s public programs calendar on a quarterly basis

• Collaborate with the Volunteer Manager for support of the events on the calendar. Provide support & role specific training to these volunteers

• Brainstorm new program ideas with staff

• Work with the Communications Team to promote Public Programming and Events through a variety of means including social media networks, mass email communications and the website

• Consult with the Volunteer Services Manager on volunteer availability, prepare quarterly volunteer requirement lists

• Participate in the coordination, organization and presentation of seasonal training programs for volunteers and junior staff

• Train, direct and mentor supporting volunteers

• Analyze, evaluate and document the outcome of the public programs

• Create and monitor the annual public program budget with support from the Group Services & Venue Manager

• Oversee youth and seniors programs, ensure staffing and volunteer coverage

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Post secondary education, preferably in Recreation Management or relevant experience

• Related program development and event coordination experience, with the ability to think creatively and demonstrate innovation

• Experience working with varied groups including children, youth, families, etc.

• Outdoor adventure experience including paddling/kayaking

• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills

• Self-starter with team player qualities

• Ability to plan and facilitate events that involve alcohol and music

• Strong customer service skills

• Class 4 license, or ability to obtain upon hire

• Satisfactory child abuse registry and criminal records check

Assets:

• Certification in First Aid and CPR

FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if an accommodation is needed at any stage of the recruitment process.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous people, Black people, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S+ people and people with disabilities.