Event Specialist (Tourism)

Job ID: 2716

Openings: 1

Jurisdiction: Civic Middle Management

Department: Tourism

Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Type of Posting: Internal & External

Employment Type: Permanent

Hourly Salary: $36.21 - $45.38

Annual Salary: $69,038.00 - $86,522.00

Date Posted: March 3, 2025

Closing Date: March 12, 2025

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

Tourism Regina is looking for an enthusiastic individual who is excited about the opportunity to welcome visitors to our wonderful city, managing events, curating visits and creating partnerships that will leave guests with a visit that will ensure that they want to come back.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and execute corporate and public events (virtual, hybrid, and in-person) aligned with organizational goals and Council initiatives
• Coordinate event logistics, including promotions, permits, contracts, vendor negotiations, and facility management.
• Scout venues and manage event details like décor, catering, entertainment, guest lists, and promotional materials.
• Oversee employees and volunteers during event setup, execution, and takedown.
• Develop and lead internal event strategies for employee recognition, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Provide event production expertise to support Tourism Regina’s marketing goals.
• Collaborate with teams to create event materials, including promotions, collateral, and branded merchandise.
• Manage supplier contracts for apparel, promotional materials, and e-commerce operations.
• Liaise with leadership to present event plans, gather feedback, and report on outcomes.
• Manage budgets for special events and activation activities.
• Research event trends, identify new opportunities, and generate community interest.
• Track and evaluate event success using data-driven insights.

Key Qualifications

• Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities required are obtained through completion of a degree or diploma in hospitality management, marketing, business, communications or a similar discipline, and three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in event planning and activation, or an equitable combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience as an events planner or organizer.
• Project management knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to align plans and activities with organizational goals and objectives.
• Ability to express ideas effectively orally, in writing and through presentations
• Analytical skills to identify trends and challenge
• Demonstrates creativity and innovation.

WORKING / OTHER CONDITIONS:

• Must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

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Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted