Join the Stampede Spirit!

Love being part of the action and helping great events run smoothly? The Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo is looking for an enthusiastic Parking Committee Chairperson to help keep the rodeo rolling—literally! 

As Parking Committee Chair, you’ll be at the heart of the event, shaping first impressions and making sure guests, contestants, vendors, and staff can get in and out safely and smoothly. 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead and energize a team of awesome parking volunteers 

• Create smart, easy-to-follow parking and traffic flow plans 

• Work closely with other committees and security to keep everything in sync 

• Train and direct volunteer parking crews during event days 

• Manage and maintain the parking committee budget 

• Set up signage, access routes, and special zones (VIP, contestants, vendors, and more) 

This is a hands-on leadership role that’s perfect for someone who enjoys organizing, teamwork, and being part of a classic community tradition. If you like a little hustle, a lot of teamwork, and the satisfaction of seeing a great event come together, this role is for you!  

Role Overview:

The Vendors Committee Chairperson is responsible for planning and overseeing all Vendor Alley and Food Court during the Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo events. This includes plans for the participation of local and traveling vendors, food providers, and artisans so they can participate in the rodeo weekend. The very popular vendor alley typically sells out months prior to the rodeo weekend, and this group lays out vendor alley, prepares the booth spaces, and meets the special needs of our vendors including providing electrical power and other services. They plan for placement to meet the tight space constraints and spectator traffic.  

Duties Include:

• Lead and coordinate the Vendors Committee and volunteers (typically a small group or 4-5 volunteers) 

• Manage extensive and timely communication with and enrollment of Vendors during Q1 and Q2 of the year well prior to the rodeo weekend 

• Coordinate and manage the use of the software (currently RIDE) to manage all vendor enrollments 

• Design and implement layout for vendors on Vendor Alley and the Food Court 

• Coordinate with the Parking Committee chair Vendor parking in a designated location 

• Provide direction and training to volunteers during events, including check-in of all vendors and efficient placement of vendors in assigned locations 

• Coordination with Security team to sweep Food Court area between events on Saturday 

• Communicate with other committees to align operations 

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Is a strong communicator, team leader and event planner 

• Can plan ahead and handle real-time decision-making during events 

• Has a positive, can-do attitude (and maybe owns a pair of boots!) 

• Can commit time for pre-event planning during Q1 and Q2 of the year and be on-site during rodeo weekend(s)