Coordinator, Communications, Sponsorship & Events

Coordinator – Communications, Sponsorship & Events

Hockey Calgary | Calgary, AB

Maternity Leave Contract (12–14 months, approx. Dec. 2026 – Feb. 2028)

MANDATE

Provide a positive youth sporting experience through hockey by engaging and leading our volunteer-driven membership.

MISSION

Through our membership, we promote: Access, Development, Fun, Inclusivity, Life Skills and Safety.

POSITION: Coordinator – Communications, Sponsorship & Events

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

SUPERVISES: N/A

POSITION TYPE: Maternity Leave Contract (12–14 months, approx. Dec. 2026 – Feb. 2028)

PURPOSE

The Coordinator – Communications, Sponsorship & Events will play a lead role in the promotion and communication of all activities and events surrounding Hockey Calgary. The successful candidate will be tasked with the organization and promotion of all Hockey Calgary events, as well as supporting the Executive Director in securing sponsorship dollars. In this role the candidate must inspire a positive image of Hockey Calgary with sponsors, partners, volunteers and member organizations for the betterment of the game.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications

• Coordinate the content, design and publication of the bi-monthly Press Box Newsletter

• Oversee the overall appearance and navigation of the Hockey Calgary website

• Coordinate the content, design and publication of FMAs and rotating ads on the website

• Update the Hockey Calgary website with news stories promoting sponsors, partners and players

• Post member organization messages as required on appropriate platforms

• Manage all Hockey Calgary social media platforms (X, Instagram, Facebook)

• Organize press conferences and send press releases

Sponsorship

• Service current sponsors and build relationships throughout the year

• With the Executive Director, develop sponsorship packages and contracts for new and existing sponsors

• Ensure all sponsorship obligations are fulfilled by all parties

• Create post-event and season wrap-up packages for title sponsors

• Work with sponsors leading up to, during and after events

• Communicate with new and interested sponsors

• Manage the use of Hockey Calgary, sponsor and partner logos effectively

Community Relations

• Maintain and build relationships with minor, amateur and professional hockey organizations

• Work with partners to advertise special games and events on our website and through member organizations

• Support and promote member organization events and programs

• Find new ways to utilize partnerships to benefit both parties

• Search for inspiring stories to share on all Hockey Calgary platforms

Events

• Promote and organize all Hockey Calgary events, including:

•   – U13 Thanksgiving Classic
•   – Esso Minor Hockey Week
•   – Timbits Jamboree
•   – Adrenalin City Championships
•   – Hockey Calgary Volunteer Celebration
•   – Hockey Calgary Golf Tournament

• Ensure proper signage is in place for all Hockey Calgary events

• Work with venues, caterers and sponsors to ensure events are a success

• Promote events through all Hockey Calgary platforms

• Promote Hockey Calgary, sponsors and partners in a positive manner at all times

• Lead promotion of other Hockey Calgary programs through social media channels and signage creation, including Timbits Learn to Play, First Shift and Jr Flames

• Recruit volunteers to assist with major events

• Communicate with all teams about event details

• Manage all facets of mascot (Deke) outings at special events

• Build a library of photos and video of all Hockey Calgary events

• Order promotional items and clothing relating to specific events

• Order and maintain promotional items to be used as giveaways at major events

Operations

• Manage and monitor assigned budget areas on a monthly basis

• Maintain and organize on- and off-site storage areas

Volunteer Management

• Maintain volunteer recognition inventory

• Prepare Hockey Calgary identification for staff and key volunteers

• Schedule kick-off events for key volunteers

Miscellaneous

• Any other duties as requested by the Executive Director

• Attendance at the Hockey Calgary AGM in October

• Maintain groups and contacts on the Hockey Calgary Rolodex as they relate to areas of responsibility (i.e., Media, Sponsors)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills

• Adept with social media platforms

• Outgoing, organized and enthusiastic

• Must work well in a team environment

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

• General knowledge of the Hockey Calgary structure

• Proficient with MS Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter, complete with salary expectation, to holly.hale@hockeycalgary.com.

We thank all applicants in advance; however, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.

Application deadline: November 8, 2026