TEMPORARY EVENTS AND PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Title: Events and Program Assistant

Reports to: Events and Program Manager

Location: Fort McMurray, AB

McMurray Métis exists to pursue the advancement of the Métis people of Fort McMurray and Northeastern Alberta.

POSITION SUMMARY The Events and Program Assistant provides hands-on support for McMurray Métis events, programs, workshops, and community activities.

This is a practical, entry-level position focused primarily on preparing materials and supplies, setting up and taking down events and activities, organizing equipment, assisting staff during programs and events, and completing general labour and cleanup duties.

The Events and Program Assistant works under the direction of the Events and Programs Manager and helps ensure staff have the materials, supplies, equipment, and physical support needed to successfully deliver events and programming.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare materials and supplies for programs, workshops, crafts, games, and activities.
- Assemble program packages, activity kits, handouts, signage, name tags, and other materials as directed.
- Gather, organize, pack, load, unload, and transport event and program supplies.
- Assist with setting up and taking down tables, chairs, decorations, signage, activity stations, displays, and equipment.
- Set up rooms and activity spaces according to instructions provided by the Events and Programs team.
- Assist with decorating and preparing spaces for events and programs.
- Help maintain clean, organized, and safe event and program areas.
- Assist staff during events and programs with hands-on tasks as required.
- Replenish supplies and materials during programs and events.
- Assist with participant sign-in, handing out materials, directing participants, and other basic event support when required.
- Clean up following programs and events, including packing materials, removing decorations, wiping tables, disposing of garbage, and returning spaces to their original condition.
- Clean, sort, organize,



and properly store reusable program and event materials after use.
- Maintain organized storage areas for event and program supplies and equipment.
- Assist with basic inventory of supplies and notify staff when items are running low.
- Pick up or deliver supplies and materials when directed.
- Assist with outdoor events and activities as required.
- Perform general labour and other hands-on duties required to support events and programs.
- Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Previous experience in events, programs, recreation, community activities, general labour, or customer service is considered an asset but is not required.
- Experience working with Métis or Indigenous communities is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of Métis culture and community is considered an asset.
- Willingness to learn and take direction.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Dependable and punctual.
- Willing to perform hands-on and physical work.
- Able to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
- Organized and able to keep supplies and work areas tidy.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Friendly and respectful when interacting with Citizens, staff, and community members.
- Able to adapt to changing tasks and priorities.
- Valuable attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and willingness to help where needed.

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to perform physical duties including standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, loading, unloading, setting up, and taking down equipment.
- Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
- Flexible availability may be required, including some early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as events and programs require.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence is considered an asset.

McMurray Métis Local 1935 appreciates the time of all those who apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates with a Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) qualified status and fluency in Cree language will have preference.

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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