Special Events Coordinator and Administration

The Squamish Chamber of Commerce has a Temporary Full-Time Special Events Coordinator & Administration position available (One year maternity leave).

This is a very exciting and highly sought after position that interacts with our members and the community on a continual basis:

• Reports directly to the Chamber Manager.
• Coordinating the day to day operation of the Chamber Office and assist the Chamber Manager with ongoing and new projects and initiatives that benefit our Investors (membership).
• Handles all email correspondence and telephone inquires and responds in a timely and professional manner.
• Direct liaison with Investors (Members) to ensure that the Chamber is meeting their needs and communicating benefits and current news consistently.
• Manage the ongoing process of signing up new investors and sending out investment renewals.
• Consistent account follow up and collections; creating invoices and generating receipts in Simply Accounting.
• Booking, planning and executing all Chamber Events ranging from monthly luncheons, Chamber After 5’s, Annual Golf Tournament, Business Trade Show and President’s Gala. Some evening and weekend commitment required.
• General administration including ordering office supplies, filing, creating documents such as the weekly newsletter and various special projects as required.
• Full Website Administrator accountability.
• Other duties as required.
• Start Date: February 1st, 2010

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in event planning required.
• Superior administration, demonstrated organizational, time management skills with a professional and friendly demeanor a must.
• Ability to work as part of a dedicated team in a complex environment essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, HTML, Simply Accounting and Publisher required.