Coordinator, Events - Hockey

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Rogers Place contact for Edmonton Oil Kings games
• Support and execute events across other OEG brand portfolios within Rogers Place, including Oilers Events, Live Entertainment, Corporate Events, and internal events.
• Collaborate with clients to manage event details and execution plans
• Coordinate event logistics, including requesting quotes and securing services
• Work with suppliers and preferred vendors to execute event plans.
• Create, distribute and maintain event details and venue operational instructions, including event layouts, contact lists and activity details.
• Prepare cost estimates and cost summaries for assigned events and distribute them to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Lead event planning and information-sharing meetings to communicate and delegate event specifics to all stakeholders
• Provide onsite event support and supervision for the duration of the event, from set-up and execution to tear-down.
• Ensure compliance with the City of Edmonton regulatory agencies as required
• Provide leadership to the OEG Events Team, including hiring, orientation, schedule staff, payroll preparation, and event-specific task assignments
• Support the OEG Events Team training program
• Provide indirect supervision and support to operational staff from other departments working on assigned events.
• Assist the Event Manager, Sports with administrative duties and projects.

Requirements

• You are passionate about the Sports and Entertainment industry and love delivering excellent experiences
• You’re a positive person with a customer-centric focus
• You excel at building relationships – both internally and externally
• You’re a self-starter that is excited by autonomy
• You’re open-minded and agile to adjust on the fly
• You believe in a team-first mentality and you thrive in a collaborative, egoless environment
• You’re organized, have a keen eye for detail, and incredible time management skills
• You are available to work evenings, weekends, and, at times, non-traditional hours as required by the OEG and Rogers Place event schedule.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in the events industry is required

Nice to have

• Event Management Certificate, Diploma or Degree/Diploma in event management is considered an asset.

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits + RSP Matching Program
• Oilers, Oil Kings, and Live Entertainment Ticket Options
• Healthcare and Lifestyle Spending Account Options
• On-Site Parking and Transit Allowance
• On-Site Gym
• Beautiful Office Space located Downtown Edmonton within Rogers Place – with easy access to the LRT!
• Social Work Culture + Employee Events