Scavenger Hunt Coordinator, Montreal

Operations Coordinator, Montreal

At Urban Capers, we create entertaining and educating scavenger hunts for team-building. Whether inside a cultural institution or out on the streets of the city, our scavenger hunts explore history and folklore, architecture and public art, all with a bit of tongue-in-cheek humour thrown in.

We are seeking a Scavenger Hunt Coordinator in Montreal. 

Duties include:

■ Coordinate scavenger hunt bookings, production, staffing

■ Answer client enquiries by email and phone

■ Keep excellent records

■ Ensure customer experience is paramount

■ Host scavenger hunts for corporate groups

■ Recruit, guide and motivate a small roster of hunt hosts

■ Ensure respect and recognition of staff

■ Keep scavenger hunts up-to-date

■ Work with a close knit team of dedicated creative people

Required Skills and Certification

Fluent in English and French

Must be an accredited Montreal tour guide with the Québec Ministry of Education and the Québec

Ministry of Tourism and registered with the City of Montreal.

An ideal candidate would be a tour guide with some management experience.

Recommended Skills and attributes

■ Leadership skills to manage, guide, and motivate staff

■ Chutzpah to plan and coordinate an ambitious roster of events

■ Ability to troubleshoot complex issues

■ Excellent communication skills

■ Maintain composure and act diplomatically

■ Remain committed to the highest professional and ethical standards

■ Management experience in corporate training, events, or culture

■ Creative writing, historical knowledge, knowledge of diverse Montreal histories

■ Is prompt, organized, and communicative

This is a part time position, 3-4 hours per day, Monday through Friday and pays $25 per hour, with room to grow. The location is flexible with the option to work from home or a co-working space, but will include attending outdoor events in-person.

How to Apply

Please submit CV with a cover email outlining how your experience and personality are ideal for our fast-paced, fun, growing environment.

Apply by email: HR@urbancapers.com with "Coordinator, Montreal" in the subject line

Deadline to apply: May 20, 2022

Position starts: asap