Summer Events Team Member

• ​Must be enrolled in a full-time study program (at university or college), returning to school in fall 2024
• Canadian citizen, or be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Available to work May to September 2024, with the potential to extend employment beyond this time
• Available to work evenings and weekends, up to 35 hours per week, including some statutory holidays
• Must possess a valid class “G” driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Must be comfortable with being able to stand often and lift 30+ pounds at a time

Job Requirements - Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Strong customer service practices
• Computer and internet research skills
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to clearly express thoughts, ideas and concepts in English
• Ability to work in a team environment, while also being self motivated and able to work well independently
• Flexible schedule – must be able to work on-call during evenings and weekends
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, colleagues and customers

Position Purpose
Promoting the area as a destination for leisure travel. This will be done by providing engaging visitor information services through various locations and, where permissible, at large-scale events in the Windsor Essex area. Ensuring visitors have dynamic travel experiences in the Windsor Essex area is a key component to the position.

Responsibilities

• Offer customized travel information, trip planning and visitor services
• Promote appropriate tourism programs
• Research information about tourism experiences, products and services

Opportunities

• Onboarding, training sessions, and hands-on experience to succeed in position
• Participation in tourism product familiarization tours either in-person or virtually
• Gain certified customer service and tourism skills through in-person and online training
• Shadow and mentor with experienced Tourism Windsor Essex staff
• Networking with industry partners
• Branded apparel provided

​If you are interested in applying for this job or have any questions please contact:

Josie Castagna, Job Developer

 (519) 977-6444 ext. 5533, jcastagna@citywindsor.ca

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