Events and Engagement Assistant

About the Role

Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation Department, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Some evening and weekend work may be required. These positions will end on March 31, 2027.

This position will assist in the creation, implementation and execution of all Cougars Athletics and Recreation departmental events and engagement activities. The Engagement and Events Assistant will report to the Supervisor, Engagement and Events and will have the opportunity to plan and execute a variety of athletic and non-athletic events, while sitting on the planning committee for some departmental events. This position also assists with various promotional activities and campaigns. This position will primarily work on events related to our recreation department, and varsity soccer, hockey, volleyball and basketball teams, although other event support will be required.

Responsibilities

• Represent Cougars Athletics and Recreation as a Brand Ambassador for all Athletics and Recreation events and programs.

• Plan and execute Student Nights, Youth Nights, Shoot for the Cure, and other special themed games as directed.

• Plan and execute a schedule of Recreation member engagement events 

• Assist the Event and Engagement Supervisor in the creation of fan experiences.

• Plan and help execute game day entertainment for varsity soccer, hockey, volleyball and basketball events including promotions, music, giveaways and scripting. 

• Oversee minor youth programs including Name your Game and minor team experiences. 

• Collaborate with campus departments to plan game day experiences and promote Cougars Athletics and Recreation programs. 

• Create fun and imaginative ways to engage with specific on and off campus groups.

• Assist with development and creation of all Cougars promotional events to create excitement, ultimately increasing perception of the Cougars brand.

• Create and maintain relationships with the student body and Cougars Athletics and Recreation.

• Assist in implementing all necessary details before, during and after departmental promotions (coordinate prizing, sponsorship elements, contests, prize redemption).

• Oversee community outreach and engagement for all Cougars Athletics and Recreation promotions including Member Appreciation Week, Welcome Week and NSO.

• Assist the Digital Media Coordinator on various social media promotions and activities.

• Other Cougars Athletics and Recreation duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work independently with minimal direction. 

• Excellent communication skills with an ability to interact professionally with stakeholders.

• Strong creativity skills.

• Strong working knowledge of Google (drive, docs, sheets, forms etc.). 

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects at one time.

• Ability to oversee staff as assigned. 

• A strong knowledge of sports and marketing trends, and a willingness to learn new skills.

• Strong time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong understanding of social media best practices, specific to Instagram.

• Strong attention to detail in all areas of work.

• Strong understanding of University Sport and Recreation trends.

• Knowledge of U Sports is considered an asset.

• Preference will be given to MRU Students and alumni.

Salary: $21.87 - $27.61 per hour 

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found. 

A resume and cover letter should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).