OPERATIONS CO-ORDINATOR

Ontario Plowmen’s Association and

International Plowing Match and Rural Expo

The Ontario Plowmen’s Association and the International Plowing Match and Rural Expo invite applications for the newly created, full-time position of OPERATIONS CO-ORDINATOR.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to help co-ordinate and construct  this highly influential annual  event while working at the site location as well as in the Head Office located in Guelph, Ontario.

Knowledge/Skills Required:

·        Agricultural knowledge and experience and/or agricultural event experience

·        Good   interpersonal skills (especially in working with volunteers), organizational ability, time and project management skills

·        Must be a team player.

·        Must be capable for considerable physical work

·        Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

·        Excellent written and oral communication skills

·        Experience using the Microsoft Suite of products

·        Travel throughout Ontario with extended overnight stays required at certain times of the year

·        Must be prepared to work at the IPM Site Location during set-up weeks

·        Must have valid driver’s license  

·        Electrical license, construction and systems knowledge an asset

Please submit resume, references and cover letter indicating salary expectations to: 

Acceptance of applications will remain open until the Operations Co-ordinator is hired.   We appreciate all applications but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.