Sport, Facility & Operations Coordinator

Posted on: Dec 3, 2024

Posted by: Strathcona County

Summary

This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 18 months

Are you ready to play a key role in delivering an unforgettable experience for over 2,000 athletes, coaches, and technical officials at the 2026 Alberta Summer Games? Join our team as the Sport, Facility, and Operations Coordinator and help bring this exciting event to life in Strathcona County. This position is responsible for working collaboratively to oversee the sport and facility needs as well as for all operational elements supporting the Alberta Summer Games taking place between July 16-19, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Facilitate and manage all Strathcona County and partner facility booking contracts through their lifecycle
Develop and utilize comprehensive layouts for venues and facilities
Oversee facility set up and tear down, including scheduling and staffing allocation for all elements of field of play
Procure all necessary sport and venue related equipment and supplies
Develop a comprehensive equipment storage plan
Support the volunteer program and build community capacity
Develop a system for medal presentations at each sport including scheduling, arranging necessary supplies and equipment, storage and protocol support
Establishing an inventory control system and warehouse tracking for Games supplies, equipment and portable items
Coordinate distribution of equipment, supplies, and portable facilities required for the Games
Obtain and arrange for all necessary inspections and permits
Liaise on communication and security needs within sport facilities and venues
Manage key operational elements such as utilities and waste management
Manage the signage program for the 2026 Alberta Summer Games
Write and present reports as required to the 2026 Alberta Summer Games Society
Oversee and administer the portfolio budget to ensure timely and effective use of budget dollars to meet event needs

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

Post secondary degree in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, or related discipline with minimum 1 year of related work experience, or a Post secondary diploma in one of these areas with 3+ years of related work experience in a leadership capacity within operations, event planning, facilities, community development, policy development or public engagement
Incident Command System Training is an asset
Excellent interpersonal, supervision and leadership skills combined with judgement, discretion and a strong work ethic
Strong knowledge and understanding of event management
Ability to collaborate with diverse groups and to influence outcomes
Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective time management and decision-making ability
Ability to build strong and positive relationships with volunteers, and community groups and organizations
Knowledge of and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety
Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Conditions of Employment:

Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time
This position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends as required. Some travel may be required

Job Type

Full Time Temporary

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$74,893.00 - $93,602.60

Closing Date

December 15, 2024

Posting ID: 29108

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