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Job Title: BIA Assistant
Location: Downtown Huntsville Business Improvement Area (BIA) 8 West Street North, Huntsville, Ontario P1H 2B6
Hourly Rate: $21 - $23 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week (Part-time)
Schedule: Flexible hours – Monday - Friday; some nights/weekends required
Reports to: Executive Director

Job Summary:

The Downtown Huntsville Business Improvement Area (BIA) is seeking a motivated and dynamic BIA Assistant to assist with the coordination of marketing, events, community engagement, and membership initiatives. This is a part-time, flexible role ideal for someone with a passion for marketing, event planning, and building strong relationships within the local business community. The BIA Assistant will work closely with the Executive Director to support the BIA’s mission of promoting and enhancing the downtown area of Huntsville through effective marketing campaigns, engaging events, and strategic partnerships with local businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Marketing & Promotion:
    Assist in developing and executing marketing strategies to promote downtown Huntsville businesses, events, and attractions. Utilize social media platforms, email newsletters, and other channels to engage the community and visitors.

  • Event Coordination:
    Assist in planning and executing events that drive foot traffic to downtown Huntsville, including summer, fall, and holiday markets, Tiny Tots Parade, Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend, and the Community Tree Lighting. Work with vendors, volunteers, and local businesses to ensure successful event delivery.

  • Content Creation:
    Create engaging content, including social media posts, event flyers, and newsletters, to keep the public informed and engaged with BIA activities.

  • Administrative Support:
    Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, including updating BIA Business and Property Owner membership master lists, event planning logistics, and reporting on the success of marketing campaigns and events. Manage the maintenance of the BIA website to ensure information is current and relevant.

  • On-site Event Support:
    Be present at events as needed, including some nights and weekends, to assist with setup, operations, and overall coordination.

Qualifications:

  • Experience:
    Previous experience in marketing, event coordination, or a related field preferred. Familiarity with working with BIA’s or a municipal/non-profit environment. Knowledge of the local community.

  • Skills:
    Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse groups of people.

  • Technical Proficiency:
    Comfortable with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram and TikTok). Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Suite) are a plus. Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Zoom, Constant Contact, and Squarespace.

  • Availability:
    Must be flexible to work some evenings and weekends as required for events and meetings.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant, community-driven initiative that supports the growth and success of local businesses in downtown Huntsville. If you're looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make a direct impact on the community, this is the position for you!

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter by April 12, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please email ed@huntsvillebia.ca, attention: Rachel Hunt – Executive Director