Specialist, Events

Apply NowSalary: Authority Band 9 ($101,166.00; $105,202.50)Status: Full-Time, PermanentNumber of positions available: 1Closing Date: November 30, 2025Who We AreCalgary Airports manages and operates both YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport as well as collaborates with the many vibrant community partners who impact our guest experiences. If you are interested in an exciting career in the airport industry then this is the place to be!What’s The Team LikeThe Marketing and Partnerships team is currently at the heart of our commercial operations. A small but ambitious group, we"re growing into an energetic, enthusiastic, and vibrant team of five with a strong creative and sales-oriented focus. This team will help shape the future of our commercial portfolio by executing and growing advertising and sponsorship initiatives at Calgary Airports.What Are Some Of The ResponsibilitiesLead the development and implementation of a comprehensive event strategy that showcases Calgary Airports vision and strategic priorities.Plan a diverse range of events, including townhalls, corporate meetings, conferences, retail openings, crew seasonal activities, team-building events, holiday parties, inaugural flight launches, and community outreach events.Work closely with our internal stakeholders and executive group to create cohesive and exciting event concepts that support employee engagement and external branding efforts.Providing day-to-day direction to external vendors and partners, including but not limited to event planners, caterers, and venue managers, to ensure high-quality execution of events.Ensure event budgets are cost-effective and adherence to financial guidelines. They also are required to track and report budget details to the budget holder.Manage all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, scheduling, registration, transportation, accommodation, and contingency plans.Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring smooth operations and addressing any issues that arise.Track and analyze key event metrics (ex. attendance, participant satisfaction, budget adherence, and overall event impact).Provide event summary reports with outcomes key learnings for future events.What Do You Need To BringPost-secondary diploma in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.4 to 6 years of relevant professional experience in event planning, corporate events, hospitality, marketing, or a related field.Experience managing a wide range of events (ranging from 20 – 3000 attendees) from planning to execution with a track record of successful large-scale event planning and execution.Experience managing event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiation, catering, audio-visual, transportation, and accommodations.Experience gathering and analyzing event feedback, metrics, or KPIs to support process improvement.Experience using event management software, registration platforms, or digital collaboration tools.WHAT OPTIONAL ELEMENTS SUPPORT YOUR APPLICATION (all Are Assets)Bilingual in English and French.Prior experience in fast-paced environments such as airports, visitor centers, or public institutions is considered an asset.What Does Diversity Mean To UsWe are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.Our ValuesWe prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.Apply NowShare this Job