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Event and Community Engagement Assistant (744)   Employment Group CUPE   Position Number 00805   Division Student Affairs   Department Gymnasium/Student Activities   Campus Nanaimo campus   Appointment Type temporary part-time   Workload 35 hours per week with seasonal layoff in June and July. Will include evenings and weekends.   Pay Level CUPE 4   Start/End: As soon as possible   Appointment Start Date 04/11/2019   Appointment End Date 31/12/2020   Leave Replacement May end early or be extended   Applicant Documents CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Referees/ References   Posted Date 17/10/2019   Closing Date 23/10/2019   Job Reference 744   Documents CUPE 600 hours declaration (Word, 37.97kb) Duties : A division of Student Affairs, Mariner Athletics and Recreation delivers outstanding sport and recreation experiences for students, staff, faculty and the community.   The Mariner Event and Community Engagement Assistant is responsible for supporting the Mariners in a variety of activities on and off campus and in the community.  The role provides operational support and direction for Mariners game days, special events, Alumni events and Community programming.  This individual is a primary communication link between the Mariner Athletics and Recreation team and other departments at VIU as well as external organizations.  Responsibilities of the Event and Community Engagement Assistant include but are not limited to: Coordinating Home Events Assisting in the management of all aspects of home events. This includes league games, exhibition games and tournaments as well as other special events that are organized from time to time such as the annual golf tournament and welcome week activities. Supporting hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of minor officials and all other personnel required to ensure the all home events are presented in an efficient and professional manner. Communicating with the PACWEST and the CCAA to support home game reporting. Alumni Developing of a plan to engage Alumni with the Athletics and Recreation team. Developing engagement tactics and contact generation. Coordinating Alumni game activities in collaboration with coaching staffs. Community Engagement Building and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders. Developing opportunities and partnerships for Mariners Athletics and Recreation to participate in community events. Liaising with internal departments, committees and external clients to facilitate the coordination of events and Mariners participation. Special Event Development, Promotion and Coordination Liaising with other VIU departments as well as external groups in the coordination of special events Assisting with internal and external promotions.  Communicating regularly with the Athletic Staff, Gymnasium Staff, and other areas as required, when planning special events. Marketing Support Assisting in the development and implementation of new and existing marketing strategies The Athletic Department, like the Institution overall, is constantly searching for ways to recruit and retain high quality student-athletes.  The department is also constantly striving to develop new initiatives to attract members of the community to support Mariner Athletics. Liaising with Sponsors Liaising with sponsors and to assist with any requirements they may have around home games and events.   Required Qualifications: One year certificate from an appropriately accredited institution Minimum one year related experience An understanding of sports and/or desire to work in a sports related field. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple, simultaneous demands Demonstrated ability to train and provide leadership to junior and/or student employees Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record Note:  Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Vancouver Island University embraces the principle of employment equity and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and people of Aboriginal descent.

Assistant Sports Coordinator PE Saville Sports Centre Competition No.  -    S103840320 Posting Date  -    Oct 09, 2019 Closing Date  -    Oct 22, 2019   Position Type  -    Full Time - Operating Funded Salary Range  -    $44,697 to $59,479 per year Grade  -    05 Hours  -    40   This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at:  F aculty & Staff Benefits. Please Note: The standard work week for this position is Tuesday-Saturday with some evening work. The Assistant Sports Coordinator (Tennis) is responsible for assisting with the oversight of the reception and customer service duties for the Saville Community Sports Centre East (SCSC), and also provides administrative support in the day-to-day functions of the Centre. This position will assist in a number of key areas including: staff training; information coordination/dissemination; financial transactions; and locker coordination. This position will provides direction to the casual customer service staff working within the facility to ensure high quality customer service. In addition to the customer service area, this position will assist the Tennis Coordinator to ensure day-to-day activities of the tennis unit are carried out in an efficient and effective manner. A major focus of this area will be assisting with the organization and administration of tennis memberships, programs and events. The incumbent will provide leadership to other customer service staff regarding tennis activity and have a strong communication role with promoting programs, memberships and events to the general public. Duties Responds to patron and general public inquiries regarding memberships, policies and procedures, and the services offered by the SCSC and Foote Field Provides general information on booking facilities and special events Disseminates information on all programs and events at all South Campus facilities Responsible for the proficient and efficient use of IntelligenzTM software and Court Booking software and training staff in use of this software Responsible for daily tennis court bookings, ensuring courts are booked correctly in software and all inquiries are handled Registers participants in SCSC (and Faculty) programs through IntelligenzTM software Takes payments in all forms – credit cards, debit, cheque and cash transactions executed at the customer service areas through IntelligenzTM Provides ongoing follow up in specific areas for staff including emergency procedures, evacuations and other priority areas Develops and refines a variety of information coordination/dissemination models using any and all means available to ensure accurate information is easily obtained by all staff Works closely with sport-specific and event-specific staff to capture information in advance of the event/program and ensures timely dissemination of such to Customer Service staff Tracks locker sales and returns, accurately assigning lockers, ensuring lockers are emptied when the rental is complete; and tracking staff locker assignments Coordinates programming of access cards as required Reports any Risk Management issues to the Supervisor Responds to emergencies within the facility; reports and records incidents and accidents with appropriate paperwork Monitors and addresses cleanliness and overall functioning of the facility, as required Coordinates the day to day member services for the tennis department under the guidance of the Tennis Coordinator Ensures that all tennis leagues, instructional programs, events and maintenance requirements are properly reflected in the tennis bookings program Coordinates ongoing member leagues including developing draws, schedules, recruiting and placing players Assists the tournament operation including facility bookings, player registration, oversight of the tournament operation desk; coordinates accommodations and transportation if necessary Works closely with Tennis Coordinator to ensure that major tennis events are well organized Ensures the accurate and timely recording of club championships including banners, trophies and photos as required Ensures that the tennis section of the facility website is accurate and up to date, making changes as required Updates and posts all tennis league and event results on information boards and facility websites Promotes events and programs by developing and distributing promotional materials Qualifications High School Diploma required 1 year of directly related experience in sports facility administration required Current Standard First Aid (within 2 years) and Level C CPR (within 1 year) required Excellent Customer Service skills; minimum of one year front line customer service experience is required Experience working with a Recreation Software System is required Excellent communication skills and public relations skills Strong supervision skills required Must be able to respond to and understand emergency situations Degree in Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation and understanding of facility operation is an asset Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast paced environment Skilled in conflict resolution methods Ability to establish effective working relationships and work as a member of a team How to Apply Apply Online Note:  Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.