True North Hostelling Association
 
Banff, AB
$17 an hour
True North Hostelling Association
Banff, AB
$17 an hour
Job details

Pay
$17 an hour
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed

Location
Banff, AB

Full job description
Banff is a world class destination, it’s on every backpacker’s bucket list, both for the unspoiled wilderness and outdoors opportunities the National Park has to offer. The town is internationally renowned for being a great place to work, live and party with young travel driven people from all over the world. And there’s no better place to do this than at our hostel.

We’re a team of avid travellers who’ve chosen to work in this place, and this hostel, because we want to be immersed in a culture of other like-minded people who believe in respecting each other, learning about other people’s cultures, making meaningful connections, and getting the best out of their Canadian experience.

There’s room for growth and discovery! Many of our leaders started out on the front lines, and we’re eager to promote from within and provide opportunities to try out different roles. Looking to stay in Canada permanently? We can help! Ask us about our Manager In Training (MIT) program!

Our staff accommodation has everything you need and is extremely affordable, one of the cheapest in town, fully furnished with all utilities included. We have a fleet of mountain bikes and all the camping equipment you need to get out and explore even more. You’ll have access to our staff vehicle to access remote trailheads and you’ll get to stay for free at any of our 13 properties in the Canadian Rockies. A trip to Jasper, a getaway in Kananaskis, a city trip to Calgary, we’ve got you and your friends covered, all the way to Whistler B.C.

What's in it for you ?

Get the best value on staff accommodation: $6.50 per day for a shared room in one of our seven on-site staff apartments. Shortest commute to work guaranteed. FKT to work is currently at 4.6 seconds!

Constant events to join in on with other guests and staff, such as karaoke, pub crawls, BBQs, campfires, learn-to-rock-climb days, spikeball tournaments, yoga classes, ... or borrow one of the mountain bikes, canoes, inflatable kayak or camping gear and head out with your teammates for your own adventure!

Chance to win a Sunshine Village ski pass for the 2023-2024 season during our summer HI-MAZING RACE.

All units are fully furnished, have access to WIFI, and include all utilities/cable TV, PS4 or Xbox360 provided!

Free stay at other HI properties (13 other hostels in the Banff/Jasper/Yoho area alone!) and 50% for your friends and family.

40% off any meals in our restaurant, and great deals in our bar: “The Storm Cellar”.

Free Hosteling International Memberships.

Free FAM trips.

Meet like-minded travellers everyday and become their local guide.

A laid-back atmosphere where the uniform’s a T-shirt and the motto is to have fun.

What you will be doing as an activities coordinator

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for our guests. Working alongside Community Engagement, the Activities Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a diverse range of events that cater to our guests' interests. While certain aspects are collaborative, a great deal of the work on the ground requires a disciplined sense of self-management.

Responsibilities:


Develop and implement a comprehensive program that appeals to a diverse range of guests, including outdoor excursions, cultural tours, workshops, bar events, and social occasions.
Coordinate with local vendors and organizations to arrange activities and ensure seamless execution.
Lead activities and excursions, provide guidance, assistance, and ensuring the safety and well-being of participants.
Nurture a sense of inclusion.
Promote activities and events through various channels; including social media, print media, and direct guest engagement.
Collect feedback from guests to continually improve and refine the activities program.
Maintain accurate records of activity participation, expenses, and other relevant information.
Collaborate with other departments to integrate activities into the overall guest experience.
Organize a diverse range of engaging events tailored for the staff to promote a healthy work/ life balance and keep energy high during the high season

What we look for

We are looking for fun, outgoing and charismatic individual who is not afraid of a challenge and is keen to become the best activities coordinator imaginable! Ideally, you have...
Previous experience in hospitality, tourism, or event coordination preferred.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and outgoing personality.
Knowledge of the Banff area and local attractions is an asset.
First Aid/CPR certification is desirable.
Passion for travel, outdoor adventure, and creating memorable experiences for guests.
Contentment with dynamic work hours, which can include many evenings and weekends.
Ability to build and manage your own schedule

Having a great level of fitness is a requirement, knowing how to bike, climb, canoe, sing and draw is a plus.

But most importantly, you know how to have a good time and know how to involve others in the process.

This position is available now!

Join our community

If everything you read above got you excited, you'll be a great fit for our team. Whether you're on a working holiday and this will be a short stop on a longer trip, or you're looking to stay connected to the hostel lifestyle by working among travellers, HI Banff is the right place for you.

Our team is made up of people from all over the world who are bound by our shared desire to discover new places, meet new people, and keep living the traveling life. You recognize that what draws you to Banff is what draws our guests here, and you're committed to working with a team of like-minded people to create a unique experience for everyone that comes through our doors.

Wondering what working for us would look like? Check out @hibanff on Instagram for a sneak peak and visit www.hihostels.ca/workinbanff for more info.

Background Checks

As part of our standard hiring procedure, successful candidates will be subject to comprehensive background checks. These checks may include employment verification, reference checks, educational qualifications verification, and criminal record checks where applicable.


About HI

We love travelling. To us, travel isn’t just about going places, it’s also about meeting people, discovering cultures, eating new food and most of all, learning how people do things differently than we do back home.

We believe that through hostelling, we become more conscious about the world around us; and we can even make the world a better place. Our mission is to build a community of conscious travellers who share a greater understanding of people, places and cultures through our network of hostels and people.