Working Groups - Community Event Working Group Member
The Township of Tiny is seeking community-minded volunteers to support the planning and delivery of Township events. Members of the Community Event Working Group play an important role in bringing people together and creating meaningful experiences that celebrate life in Tiny. If you have any questions or would like to express interest in this role, please contact Jacqueline Wilson at jwilson@tiny.ca
Position Purpose / Goals
- To act as a member of the Community Event Working Group in partnership with the Township to support, plan, and deliver community events that bring people together and celebrate life in Tiny.
Tasks / Outline of Responsibilities
- Learn and understand the goals of Township events.
- Assist with event planning and preparation.
- On event day, help ensure smooth delivery in keeping with the established plan.
- Actively participate in Working Group meetings and contribute ideas. Regular meeting attendance required
- Maintain communication with the Working Group Lead and Township staff.
- Take on event-related duties between meetings, which may include:
- Promoting the event
- Help recruit participants and attendees
- Assisting with sponsorship or in-kind donations
- Supporting set-up and take-down of the event
- Working the event (e.g., welcoming guests, assisting at activity stations, providing general event support)
Link to Guiding Principles
- Support community health, safety & well-being.
- Strengthen community connection and engagement.
- Contribute to delivering efficient and exceptional municipal services.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Team player, friendly, reliable.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enthusiasm for community events.
- Willingness to share ideas and take initiative.
- Commitment to attend meetings and assist with event duties.
No previous experience required – all experience levels welcome.
Supervisor/Contact Person
- Working Group Lead
- Township of Tiny Staff Representative and/or designate
Time Commitment Expected
- Attendance at scheduled Working Group meetings (frequency depends on event, typically monthly in the lead-up).
- Event specific tasks between meetings, as assigned.
- Time commitment may range from 10 hours to 50 hours per event.
Working Conditions/Accessibility
- May require working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Volunteers should wear appropriate clothing/footwear and Township volunteer gear provided.
- All reasonable accommodations will be undertaken by the Township to support volunteer participation.
Level of Risk – Medium Risk
- Position requires general skills or knowledge.
- Occasional exposure to physical or emotional stress/risk.
- Supervision provided at regular intervals.
- Moderate contact with participants and/or vulnerable populations (never alone).
Screening, Orientation and Training
Screening
- Application and Declaration form
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Volunteer Agreement/Acknowledgement/Release and Waiver
Orientation
- Orientation to the site, organization and role
- Review of Volunteer Orientation Package & Handbook
Training
- Job description and role-specific training
- Training modules found in MyImpact.
Questions or Interested?
If you have any questions or would like to express interest in this role, please contact Jacqueline Wilson at jwilson@tiny.ca
Qualifications Required
- Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Training Must be Completed
- Accessible Customer Service Training Must be Completed
- Occupational Health & Safety Must be Completed
- Volunteer Rights & Responsibilities Must be Completed
- Volunteer Safety & Security Must be Completed
