Special Events Assistant

Special Events Assistant

Public Works – Operations Support

Temporary Full-Time; duration: 5 months

Salary Range: $54,969 - $68,713 per annum

Work Mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 2 Copper Road, Brampton

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week; flexibility required to work evenings and weekends based on operational needs.

The Role:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Public Education & Outreach, you will provide support for organizing Public Education & Outreach’s participation in outreach events (fall fairs, home shows, etc.) and provide support on a variety of projects.

In this role you will:

• Educate residents on Peel’s Public Works programs and initiatives.
• Use knowledge gained in training to speak to residents at a general level during public events about proper waste disposal, water quality, water treatment and other programs as identified by management.
• Use promotional pamphlets, videos, props, and other tools provided to enhance message delivery.
• Set up and take down booths and or displays for scheduled events.
• Load and unload the Peel van with tables, chairs, displays, literature, and any other materials needed for an event.
• Organize and keep inventory of materials needed for events.
• Assist with the compiling of data from events which will be used to assess the performance and effectiveness of education programs.
• Provide support for the Peel Children's Water Festival.
• Complete other office work and duties as required.

What the role requires:

• Completed post-secondary education with related work experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Proven customer service and public relations skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to problem solve.
• Basic understanding of municipal services is an asset (water, wastewater, transportation and waste management services)
• Strong computer skills, utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid G Class driver’s license in good standing.

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 2 Copper Road, Brampton worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Interview: Our recruitment process may include video conference technology.

Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.