Job Number**:**54886

Are you a creative leader with a passion for bringing Edmonton’s iconic attractions to life? The City of Edmonton is looking for two Attractions Program Coordinators to join our Community Services department, focusing on facility animation at the Muttart Conservatory and the John Walter Museum!

These technical roles are essential for planning and delivering diverse public programming, from special events and ticketed experiences to school groups and day camps. You will lead dedicated teams, manage facility resources, and collaborate with community partners to ensure a vibrant visitor experience. If you are an organized professional who thrives in a dynamic, public-facing environment, we invite you to help us shape the future of these beloved local landmarks.

What will you do?

• Develop, plan, and implement a wide array of programming, including public drop-in events, registered programs, camps, school and group programs and exclusive ticketed experiences
• Lead, recruit, train, and coach permanent and temporary program staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Oversee administrative operations, such as managing program registration in Intelli and coordinating bookings for various city facilities
• Manage event and program budgets, including tracking actual expenditures and procuring necessary supplies
• Collaborate with internal collaborators, including Communications, Growers, and Site Operations, to ensure cohesive facility animation and promotion
• Evaluate program success through quantitative data like revenue and qualitative feedback from engagement participants
• Represent your facility on various committees to support health, safety, and operational excellence

Qualifications:

• A University Degree in Recreation, History, Education, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in program delivery, with a focus on event planning or interpretive, natural, or human history environments.

Assets:

• Six (6) months of experience in direct staff supervision
• Six (6) months of experience managing volunteers
• Knowledge of museum best practices (e.g., Alberta Museums Association) or specific knowledge of local and world history related to the fur trade
• Understanding of the cultural and historical landscape of Indigenous People
• Knowledge of program booking processes and related software
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and evaluate staff and volunteers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues, contractors, and the public
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing competing priorities

Skills required for success:

• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and develop original solutions for event logistics and participant needs
• Proven capability to initiate recruitment, conduct interviews, and provide ongoing performance coaching
• Highly organized with the ability to develop booking policies and manage detailed facility schedules
• Understanding of how to connect with diverse organizations to ensure program content is relevant and respectful
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, or shift work for special events
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Positions operate in both indoor and outdoor environments, including unique locations like the Muttart Conservatory pyramids or a living museum
• The roles involve frequent walking, standing, and climbing stairs, with occasional lifting of supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
• Availability to attend events during the evenings and weekends may be required from time to time
• This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 2 temporary full-time positions for up to 18 months in accordance with Article 18.02 of the Collective Agreement

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week

Salary Range: $31.663 - $39.736 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: PG/RF

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title**:**Recreation Technician III

Posting Date**:**Mar 25, 2026

Closing Date**:**Apr 1, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MST)

**Number of Openings (up to)****:**2 - Temporary Full-time

Union**:**CSU 52

Department**:**Community Recreation and Culture

**Work Location(s)****:**Muttart Conservatory, 9626 - 96A St Edmonton T6C 4L8