Events & Outreach Leader (2025-38)

The City of Mission is seeking a creative and community-focused Events & Outreach Leader Arts & Culture to join our Parks Recreation & Culture team. This time-durated position is expected to continue until March 31 2026 with the possibility of extension and offers approximately 20 hours per week including some evening and weekend work to accommodate various community events and programs.

In this role you will help bring Missions vibrant arts and culture scene to life by coordinating a wide range of programs events and outreach initiatives. Reporting to the Program Coordinator you will assist with planning promoting staffing and evaluating arts and culture programs while fostering strong community engagement through both in-person and online platforms. You will also supervise and support instructors contractors event staff artists performers and volunteers ensuring the successful delivery of inclusive high-quality events and experiences that celebrate creativity and community spirit.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate is an organized energetic professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about connecting people through the arts. You bring excellent communication and leadership skills sound judgment and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Your background includes completion of Grade 12 and a Certificate in Arts Communications or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) along with a minimum of three years experience in community events or arts and culture programming including program planning and supervision. Strong digital marketing social media and public engagement skills are essential as are valid Standard First Aid and CPR certifications and a valid BC drivers license.

Additional Information :

At the City of Mission we are proud to foster an inclusive collaborative and creative workplace that values innovation and community connection. If youre excited to make a meaningful impact and help shape the cultural landscape of our community we encourage you to apply.

The current hourly rate of pay for the Events & Outreach Leader is $37.16 plus 4.4% in lieu of all benefits increasing to 12.4% upon completion of the probationary period.

Closing Date : November 9 2025

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Part-time

Key Skills

Marketing,Catering,Organizational skills,Hospitality Experience,Management Experience,HubSpot,Event Planning,Events Management,Project Management,Event Marketing,Leadership Experience,negotiation

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1