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Title Coordinator Festivals and Events Job Number PR-197-18 Employee Group Non-Union Department Parks & Recreation Employment Status Full-Time Permanent Position Overview This position is responsible for implementing the festivals and events service plan for the delivery of community and regionally significant festivals and events. This position is also responsible for providing advice and guidance to external festival and event organizers. Responsibilities The Coordinator, Festival and Events is responsible for:  Coordinating delivery of festivals and events either through direct, facilitated or partnered methods. Monitoring delivery method and recommend changes to supervisor. Ensuring festivals and events meet with legislative standards, government regulations and corporate requirements. Providing leadership, support, and if required acting as resource to volunteer boards and committees, to assist them in planning of festivals and events and to ensure expected outcomes are achieved. Assist new event organizers with event process. Developing, preparing and administering contracts for event providers. Resolving problems directly with service providers and act as intermediary when problems occur between groups and facility requests.  Providing community responsive direct-delivered events by assessing community needs and trends and incorporating corporate and department strategic plans. Reviewing and evaluating programs to comply with community and customer service standards.  Responding to public, staff and elected officials inquiries. Escalating complex issues to supervisor. Liaising with facility operations and customer service to ensure maintenance standards and customer service needs are met. Gathering information on requests for future enhancements and updates to programs and facilities from customers and service providers. Assisting the Supervisor in recruitment, task supervision and evaluation of part-time staff, volunteers and occasional placement students. • In coordination with Supervisor and the Marketing Team, developing and maintaining an effective marketing and corporate sponsorship program. Gathering data to populate budget and performance measures to meet business and customer needs, including participation and utilization rates, financial targets and customer satisfaction. Identify and develop continuous improvement opportunities to enhance event delivery and customer service. Coordinating and monitoring budgets and financial status of specified areas. When required, develop mitigation strategies to meet targets for City operations.  Working with event providers to ensure that risk management plans meet City standards. Ensuring that event providers are aware of emergency and safety procedures and their role in following the procedures. Representing the unit on department and/or corporate teams. Assuming the duties of the supervisor or other coordinators in the unit during absences or as directed. Requirements Community College Diploma or University degree in Recreation, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Planning or related field. Two years related experience in special events and marketing. Experience in community development, community capacity building, and working with volunteers is essential. Skills in project / event planning and exceptional communication skills are also required. The Coordinator, Festivals and Events also requires strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Due to the nature of this position, work hours will often occur on evenings and weekends and some physical exertion is required in moving supplies during event set up and tear down. A valid driver’s license is required. Job Description Click here Posting Closing Date 11/21/2018 Open to All Candidates Salary Grade 8 Salary Range $55,570 to $69,463  

Employee Recreation & Events Manager Primary Location : Canada-Lake Louise-The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Employee Status : Regular      Employee Recreation and Events Manager Nestled behind the Historic Chateau Lake Louise is a community of up to 750 colleagues. As an influential Manager of the Colleague Services Team, this position focuses on managing the ongoing success of the Lifestyles Program for CLL colleagues; an important key in the colleague’s experience.   Hotel Overview: Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity.  Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!   Summary of Responsibilities: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Talent & Culture, responsibilities include but are not limited to:   Oversees the management of the lifestyles program Effectively plan and create monthly “Lifestyles Calendar” for Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise employee events, activities, excursions, etc. (i.e. day hikes, craft beer tastings, shuttles to Canmore/Calgary, staff BBQ’s) Responsible for executing all aspects of monthly Lifestyles events - motivate and action volunteers to aid in running on-property events (planning, set-up, run event, tear-down) Responsible for liaising with local businesses to provide Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise employees with every opportunity to explore the Rocky Mountains ( Lake Louise Ski Resort, Local excursions etc.) Effectively optimize all internal communication & social channels - execute and deploy communications, campaigns through planning and content creation Manage Rockies Gym, on-site staff fitness facility. Ensure high-quality wellness experience for Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise staff through sourcing of modern equipment, quarterly maintenance, daily facility checks, membership audits, etc. Head Lifestyles Rental program - ensure daily rental audits & equipment checks are completed, seasonally source cutting-edge rental equipment to ensure Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise employees have access to quality rental equipment (camping, water sports, biking, avalanche safety gear, snowshoes, etc.) Manage all financial functions of the Lifestyles Program, handle monthly review of Lifestyles budget, handle vendor payments, additions, etc. Head yearly budgeting for Lifestyles Program to ensure funds are appropriately Chair Lifestyles Committee, collaborate with Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lifestyles Committee members to share ideas regarding Lifestyles programming to conceptualize innovative events, activities and opportunities for Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise employees Responsible for driving of the colleague shuttle to and from Canmore and Calgary on a weekly basis Ensure a clean and safe working environment, and actively participate in health and safety initiatives Adhere to all hotel environmental policies and initiatives Carry out any other tasks as assigned   Qualifications: Post-secondary education in any of the following areas or equivalent: Events Management, Recreation and Outdoor Adventure, Communication or Public Relations or Hospitality Class 4 driver’s license required. Minimum Class 5 with the ability to obtain class 4. Company will provide sponsorship Passionate about  outdoors lifestyle  and wellness Passionate about Turning Moments to Memories for our employees through conceptualizing unique events Highly organized with the ability to coordinate off-property excursions for 10-20 people Experience with and excellent knowledge of Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, PremierePro) & Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Experience editing photo and video media Imaginative, creative, out of the box thinker Outgoing, high-energy personality Highly responsible & reliable and self-motivator Ability to work in a team or independently Must be able to work a flexible schedule Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Visa Requirements: Applicant must hold the proper work authorization to be legally eligible to work in Canada.    APPLY TODAY: We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about living and working in Lake Louise! www.lakelouisejobs.com   ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS At Fairmont Hotels & Resort we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry - leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!    Job Level : Management / Supervisory Schedule : Full-time Shift : Day Job Travel : No Closing Date : 15.Nov.2018, 12:59:00 AM Job Number: CLL03926