Special Events Arts in the Park

All students must be full time day students at a recognized secondary or post-secondary institution and be returning to full time attendance in Fall of 2024.

Students must meet the basic requirements of the position. Should you be offered the position with the City of Cornwall, you will be required to submit verification of school status.

Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position and have documentation to substantiate how you meet the requirements. .

Requirements:

• To be familiar with the complete set of written policies and procedures with respect to the Bandshell and Special Event activities.
• Maintain and confirm all performances and activity dates at the Bandshell and Lamoureux Park and virtual concerts, and programming and define subsequent refinements required with the Supervisor, Recreation and Programming.
• Work with the Supervisor, Recreation and Programming to coordinate services and rental of any equipment for Special Events and/or arrange for electrical requirements.
• Assist Supervisor, Recreation and Programming with all Special Events, Bandshell Promotion, posters, flyers, signage, etc.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of media releases, photographs, and press kit information for Special Events, Bandshell promotion and activities.
• Maintain a binder which contains copies of all application forms, a list of performances and contact, events, press releases, photographs estimated attendance for each event and a written evaluation of the programming at the end of season.
• Responsible for opening the Bandshell for set up of the performances and locking up after the performance.
• Must stay in attendance during regular 3-hour Bandshell performances to evaluate any crowd control problems, ensure compliance with performance contacts and fill out event/performance attendance sheets.
• Responsible to the maintenance of the Bandshell, schedule signage (date/event changes, cancellations, etc.) and for reporting any damage of Bandshell property and/or signage to Supervisor, Recreation and Programming, as well as maintain the cleanliness of the Bandshell by performing regular checks on the floor and in bathrooms.
• Work with the SPP Supervisors to facilitate curriculum content and coordinate input from daily staff training sessions in program planning, evaluation, skills development, etc.
• Instruct Summer Playground Program programming when required.
• To be a representative of the City of Cornwall and always maintain outstanding public relations skills and professional image.
• Assist Supervisor, Recreation and Programming with office organization, i.e. filing, photocopying, scanning, etc.
• Assist Benson Centre Customer Service representatives as required.
• Responsible for the collection and depositing of monetary donations during Bandshell performances.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: (documentation to be provided at time of application unless indicated not required)

• College or University Program with a background in Music or Performing Arts, Special Events Management
• Computer Graphic skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites and Database programs; Documentation not required.
• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory CPIC (Criminal Record Check), at the candidates own expense.
• Possess a Valid Class G Driver’s License. (Not mandatory)
• Provide Drivers Abstract. Will not be driving City vehicles.
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate.