Community Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Bring your passion for community events and the outdoors to life! As the Outdoor Recreation Community Coordinator youll play a key role in creating memorable experiences that bring people together across Strathcona County. From iconic celebrations like Canada Day and New Years Eve to meaningful events that reflect and celebrate our community youll lead the planning coordination and delivery of high-profile programs that make a lasting impact.

In this dynamic role youll collaborate with community partners stakeholders and internal teams to design and deliver innovative events and outdoor programs that align with Strathcona Countys vision. If you thrive on variety enjoy building strong relationships and are energized by bringing big ideas to life this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan coordinate and deliver high-profile community events and outdoor programs including major celebrations such as Canada Day New Years Eve Celebration of Lights Arbor Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Lead the coordination of large-scale community regional and provincial events hosted in Strathcona County
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams including internal staff community groups boards and external partners to ensure successful event delivery
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations businesses and various levels of government to support event and sport tourism initiatives
• Identify and develop partnership and sponsorship opportunities including in-kind contributions to enhance programs events and outdoor amenities
• Oversee grant-related activities including researching opportunities preparing applications and coordinating reporting requirements in alignment with government protocols
• Support strategic planning budgeting and project management for community events and outdoor programming ensuring alignment with Strathcona County priorities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess community needs identify service gaps and inform the design and delivery of programs and events
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance event and program quality
• Recruit schedule and supervise event staff contractors and a large volunteer base to support safe inclusive and well-executed events

Qualificationsand Skills:

• Post-secondary education in Recreation Administration Physical Education Business or a related field with a minimum 35 years of progressive experience in event planning community development public engagement or a related area
• Strong understanding of event planning fundamentals including logistics sponsorship marketing and communications
• Knowledge of municipal operations policies bylaws and community development practices particularly as they relate to events and sport tourism
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including community organizations government partners and internal teams
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Experience managing budgets negotiating partnerships and interpreting information from multiple sources
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint) and familiarity with digital communication and social media tools
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends and extended hours during major events

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time

WhoWeAre:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipalitylocatedin the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canadas most livable community where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity respect safetycollaboration andaccountability.

WhyJoin Strathcona County:(depending on position)

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes:
  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Health and wellness spending account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement and pension programs
  • Earned day off program
  • Employee and familyassistanceprogram
• Commitment to employee development through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive respectful andequitableworkplace thatrepresentsthe community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.