Job Description
The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.
At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.
To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.
We are currently looking for a Event Coordinator (Special Events Coordinator) to join our team of committed professionals. This Summer position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Poplar location in Timmins.
Under the leadership of the Manager, Brand & Communications and/or the Regional Manager of Child, Youth & Family Development, the Special Events Coordinator is the YMCA ambassador for summer events, festivals, gatherings, and street teams, engaging future members and promoting YMCA services and programs. Special Events Coordinators are a fun face of the YMCA creating opportunities to engage community members after the event through follow-up, sales calls, and email writing.
START DATE: As soon as possible
CONTRACT DURATION: 8 weeks
LOCATION: Poplar, Timmins ON
RATE OF PAY: $18.96 per hour
HOURS: 35 per week
What You'll Do:
▪ Actively promote the YMCA, its programming, and its current promotions at special events in the city
▪ Plan and coordinate schedules for events to attend
▪ Work with other departments for promotional material and coordinated approach
▪ Follow up with all prospective members and actively work to transfer prospects to members
▪ Contact leads created at special events through phone and email
▪ Actively engage members and build relationships
▪ Provide a welcoming environment for all who enter the facility and direct as appropriate
▪ Provide consistently prompt and courteous service
▪ Complete sales transactions with new and renewing members and program participants
What You'll Bring
• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) preferred
• Minimum of three (3) months of customer service or related experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C an asset
• Bilingualism in both official languages an asset
• Current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check
What We Offer
As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:
• Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership
• Paid personal/sick days
• Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports
• Mileage reimbursement
• Team events + staff recognition
• Learning & development opportunities
• Explore different YMCA roles and career paths
HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by May 8, 2026 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.
Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.
Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.
YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.
Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require an Educational Evaluation along with your credentials. If you do not have an evaluation document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. or https://www.icascanada.ca. Applications submitted without an evaluation document may not be considered.
