PARKING ASSISTANT MANAGER
JOB POSTING

Bass Coast Festival is hiring a Parking Assistant Manager.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE
The position is responsible for assisting the Parking Manager with overseeing all parking operations on the festival site.

The successful candidates must be available to be on the festival site from July 6 - July 14, 2026.

ABOUT BASS COAST
Celebrating its 18th year, Bass Coast is an independent, artist-owned festival shaped by a shared love of cutting edge electronic music, large scale art installations, and an expressive and open hearted community. Founded and led by Liz Thomson & Andrea Graham, Bass Coast has grown into one of North America’s most respected festivals for forward thinking curation, unique stages environments, innovative approach to harm reduction, and attention to detail.

Recognized for its creative integrity and community spirit, Bass Coast has been awarded DJ Mag’s Best Boutique Festival in North America for two consecutive years and named Best Midsize Festival in Canada by the Canadian Live Music Industry Awards. Set against the stunning landscape of the shared traditional territories of the Nłeʔkepmx and Syilx Nations in British Columbia, it continues to be celebrated on a global stage.


RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Work with the Parking Manager to develop a detailed understanding of all parking responsibilities.

• Set up parking related signs with the Parking Manager.

• Ensure fire roads remain clear for the duration of the festival.

• Manage volunteers, supervise changeovers, and ensure volunteers have water, bathroom breaks etc.

• Monitor and enforce the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for volunteers.

• Establish positive relationships with all managers onsite, specifically Security, First Aid, and Harm Reduction.

• Assist with staff orientation (traffic flow, radio protocol, security concerns).

• Act as Manager when Parking Manager is off duty.

• Other duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 

• Experience with festival or large event parking and traffic management.

• Experience managing a team of volunteers.

• TPC certification is an asset but not required.

• Effective interpersonal skills and team spirit.

• Known as a leader and motivator.

• Must possess superior organisational and problem solving abilities.

• Capable of working in a constantly evolving environment.

• Comfortable working in the outdoor elements.

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada unrestricted.

HOURS AND COMPENSATION:

Contract Duration:
Numerous Assistant Manager positions available with varied schedules. Exact schedule to be determined upon hiring.

May - June, 2026: Available for minimal pre-show hours

July 6 - 13, 2026: On festival site. (exact dates to be determined, some positions have more days than others)

Compensation:

Flat rate contract: $200 / day

HOW TO APPLY

Bass Coast Project Ltd is an equal opportunity employer offering a fair, co-operative, respectful, safe, and healthy work environment. We conduct hiring on the basis of employment equity. Employment equity is designed to compensate for the nonexistence of a level playing field with regard to people’s experiences and job qualifications, given structural injustices and systemic discrimination that marginalize certain groups. Bass Coast welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous people, Black people, people of colour, women, LGBTQ2SIA+ people, people with disabilities, people living in poverty, and newcomers to Canada.

COVID-19 Workplace Policy:

Bass Coast Festival will continue to operate in accordance with provincial and local health guidelines and recommendations.

Application Process:

1. Cover Letter & Resume: Demonstrate your interest in the position and fit for the duties and qualifications noted.

2. In your cover letter: Please respond to the following questions:

   • What do you think are the best ways to motivate and support volunteers? 

   • How do you ensure a positive and customer-friendly environment, considering the potential stressors for guests?

   • Explain your approach to managing parking logistics efficiently. How do you ensure effective communication between various teams and volunteers dispersed across a large festival site?

Application Deadline: 
Posting will remain open until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Please do not contact us directly about the application status.