Events and Market Assistant

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc

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Business Location:
Strathroy-Caradoc, Ontario

Position type:
Seasonal

Category:
Office / Administration Support

Work Place Location:
In Person

Hours:
Full-time

Apply by:
February 14, 2025 at 4:00pm

Job Description

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is currently accepting applications for one (1) seasonal full-time “Events and Market Assistant.”

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Recreation, Programs and Community Liaison, and the general direction of the Events and Booking Coordinator, the Events and Market Assistant will provide planning support, on-site supervision and complete administrative duties for the Downtown Strathroy Market. They will also provide support with the planning and execution of municipally scheduled special events. Furthermore, this position will provide backup administrative and customer service support for the Community Services Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in coordinating and executing the Downtown Strathroy Market.
On-site supervision of the Downtown Strathroy Market, including the Kid Zone.
Conduct Downtown Strathroy Market related customer service including phone calls, emails and any other enquiries.
Assist in coordinating and executing special events, including tasks like booking entertainment and amenities, soliciting sponsorship, scheduling staff, setup and tear down at the event, etc.
Help support community special events not operated by municipal staff but occur on municipal property (e.g. Hometown Festival).
Provide backup department administrative and customer service support to the Events and Booking Coordinator (e.g. answering phones).
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Post Secondary Education

Experience Required

Qualifications:

Post-Secondary education in Event Planning, Tourism or related field an asset
Experience in special events planning and/or outdoor market operations an asset
Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge and experience working in a marketing environment an asset
Computer literacy utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Product Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and virtual meeting platforms.
Strong administrative, bookkeeping, and organizational skills
Dynamic and energetic with a positive attitude
Ability to work independently and in a team
Ability to work day, evening and weekend shifts. Must be available to work Saturdays during the market season.
Valid class “G” Ontario Driver’s licence with a satisfactory driver’s abstract
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to starting employment
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

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If you need assistance with resume writing or access to computers/internet, please connect with our Community Employment Choices (CEC) office, at 16 B Second Street, in Strathroy, or by phone at 1-888-478-2111 ext. 200. These services are free as CEC is an Employment Ontario Service Provider, a non-profit agency providing free service to job seekers and local employers through Employment Ontario provincially funded programs. Offering employment and training programs in our community since 1994, CEC's mission is to support businesses and job seekers in meeting the labour market needs of Middlesex County with: job training information, career planning, job search support, job placement opportunities and incentives, as well as referrals to community resources.

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