WE ARE HIRING

Position: Admin Support & Project Manager

Application deadline: Monday May 8, 2023

We are hiring a Project Manager/Admin Support to work alongside the Executive Director.

Are you passionate about Downtown Squamish, have strong communication skills, aged between 15 – 30 and living in Squamish? You could be the idea candidate…

About the DSBIA: 

The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association (DSBIA) is an association working in partnership with small businesses in downtown Squamish. The DSBIA is creating a culturally and economically vibrant and thriving downtown core by undertaking a broad range of programs including but not limited to; area branding, marketing, social media, beautification, promotional and community events, commercial tenant recruitment, and advocacy.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Is Self-motivated and organized
• Is passionate about Downtown Squamish and the community
• Is living in Squamish throughout the contract

Not essential but would be considered an asset:

• Event planning experience
• Able to drive with Valid Driver’s License
• Design abilities

Position Details:

• May – July (9 weeks), possible extension
• 30 hours per week – remote/onsite at events
• $22 per hour
• Some weekend work will be required
• This position is made possible through the Canadian Summer Jobs Program. You must be between the ages of 15 and 30 and be legally entitled to work in Canada

Responsibilities:

The Project Manager/Admin Support will be working alongside the Executive Director with the following responsibilities: 

• Identifying members’ primary needs (marketing, advocacy, events, beautification) through our recent Member Survey results.
• Event Planning 
  • Timeline
  • Communications
  • Budgeting
  • Sponsorship
  • Coordinate volunteers
  • Onsite support
• Researching grants that benefit the Association and add value to the members
• Website updates
• As required attend meetings and other community events
• Report weekly activities

How to apply:

Email your resume and a cover letter, explaining why you think you are the ideal candidate for this position by Monday May 8, 2023, to Kerry Neil, Executive Director, executivedirector@downtownsquamish.com