Communications Student (Summer 2025)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Communications & Public Engagement, the Communications Student is responsible for providing the planning, coordination, execution and logistics for public engagement events for the City of Kingston.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Promote the City's Public Engagement Framework through smaller in-person, online or hybrid events or promotional opportunities
Act as the main point of contact and liaison for special public engagement events with internal departments and external partners
Facilitate facility and engagement equipment bookings
Create and execute communications plans for special public engagement events
Compile and maintain up to date records and files for all aspects of the engagement events
Develop evaluation criteria for the event and complete the evaluation following the events
Perform clerical and administrative duties as assigned
Attend on site meetings for events as required
Required to work irregular hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
MUST BE ENROLLED IN AND RETURNING TO FULL-TIME POST SECONDARY STUDIES IN FALL OF 2025 - Verification will be required
Preference given to university or college students currently studying or have an academic background in special event planning or a related program
Experience in a municipal government environment an asset
Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences and to present programs, projects, promotions in a clear, concise and professional Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences and to present programs, projects, promotions in a clear, concise and professional manner
Ability to build internal and external relationships with peers, management, residents and community organizations
Ability to effectively coordinate, organize and prioritize a multitude of tasks
Ability to work in a demanding office environment
Team player with excellent customer service skills
Strong problem solving skills and ability to use tact and discretion
Ability to facilitate meetings and mediate competing interests
Ability to work outside regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check at candidate's own expense