Coquitlam is home to over 141,000 people and is a vibrant, regional urban centre. We are committed to carefully managing the City’s future while continuing to deliver the highest level of service to the community through leadership, sustainability and innovation.

Special Events Officer
Temporary Full-Time (Up to 12 Months)
The City of Coquitlam is looking forward to an exciting year ahead celebrating Coquitlam 125th anniversary and the 55+ BC Games. Working within Cultural Services this position will be focused on event planning and coordination and working with community and internal stakeholders for a variety of community events for the City of Coquitlam.

In conjunction with a supervisor, an incumbent of the class develops and prepares detailed event plans, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts and must be comfortable training and directing auxiliary staff, and volunteers. Independence of judgement, action and initiative within established guidelines is required referring difficult or contentious matters to a superior.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum two to three years’ experience in event planning. Have a sound knowledge of methods, equipment, applicable policies and regulations governing the work. You should possess a post-secondary certificate in event planning, recreation administration, arts or related field, plus sound related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A flexible work schedule that includes evenings and weekends is essential and the ability to lift equipment up to 50lbs, climb ladders and stand or walk for long periods. A Driver’s License for the Province of BC is required.  A police information/vulnerable sector check will be required of shortlisted candidates.

The City offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.  Please submit your résumé and covering letter, citing reference 2015 – 101310, by 5:00 pm Sunday, November 8th, 2015 to: