Tourism Coordinator - Garrison Programming

Requirements:

• Graduation from a recognized College or University with related work experience.
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and academic training will also be considered.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience in event planning and execution an asset; Supervisory experience.
• At least two (2) years' experience in a direct supervisory role.
• Knowledge of cutting-edge digital marketing trends.
• A proven track record of measuring results and recommending changes.

Are you a passionate tourism professional ready to help shape unforgettable experiences in Fredericton's Historic Garrison District?

Reporting to the Manager of Tourism & Events, the successful applicant will manage one of Fredericton's most celebrated experiences: The Garrison Night Market. They will coordinate Canada Day celebrations and FROSTival, as well as work with major festivals and events taking place within the Historic Garrison District. It is a chance to work at the heart of community events that spark joy, and create lasting memories. Working as part of a team of coordinators, the successful applicant will work closely with the Operations & Product Development Coordinator, Special Events Coordinator, tourism industry partners and community stakeholders to encourage and facilitate events within the Garrison District.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and curate the Garrison Night Market.
• Continue to evolve the Garrison Night Market as a dynamic showcase experience in Fredericton's downtown.
• Organize and deliver Fredericton's Canada Day celebrations, including planning, coordination, and execution of events.
• Work with tourism industry to develop and execute Fredericton FROSTival, Atlantic Canada's largest winter celebration.
• Encourage third party organizers to create events and festivals for the Historic Garrison District.
• Develop, implement, and manage our web and social media content for the Historic Garrison District.
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment, initiative, and creativity, and be able to deal effectively with the public and the tourism industry and community stakeholders in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Over time, the tasking, and duties of individual coordinators in the team may change within the product development mandate of the Tourism Division.
• Other duties and roles, managing various programs or services of the department, may also be required.
• Performing related duties as assigned.
• Some weekend and evening work, irregular hours and overtime are required on occasion.

What You Bring:

• The ability to communicate in both official languages is considered an asset.
• The successful applicant will be a 30,000 ft thinker and a magnifying-glass doer.
• Ability to multi-task and work within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify issues or problems and develop strategies, ideas, and opportunities for resolution.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, budget and evaluate projects.
• A thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment.
• The skill to identify issues or problems and develop strategies and opportunities to resolve them.
• NB Class 5 driver's license is an asset.

Perks:

• Bi-weekly benefit spending allowance of $275.00 - $295.08.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental and Pension plans.
• A chance to work within a vibrant tourism industry, enriching experiences for residents and visitors.

How to apply:

• Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] on or before May 5, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. AST.

The City of Fredericton is an equal opportunity employer.

Only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.