Event and Community Engagement Manager

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Events and Community Engagement Manager for an amazing independent K-12 school that supports students by providing an inclusive environment with innovative teaching. This is an exciting Full-Time, Direct-Hire opportunity located in Seattle, WA!

As the Events and Community Engagement Manager, you will lead planning, organization, and execution for all school-wide events such as student performances, academic nights, and community engagement events, and will co-lead planning, organization, and execution for all-staff, admissions, and fundraising events.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the planning, project management, logistics, and execution of all school-wide events
• In collaboration with the Leadership Team, Advancement Team, and other departments, create and maintain an events calendar for the school, including timelines, budget, marketing/communications, and logistical plans
• Execute event plans, assign responsibilities to school personnel and volunteers, and oversee the work of vendors
• Identify trusted vendors (e.g., rental equipment, catering, etc.) and negotiate cost-effective contracts for services in accordance with the school’s purchasing policies; oversee agreements to ensure vendors deliver the contracted supplies and/or services
• Oversee, produce, and share video recordings and photography of key events
• Serves as an Ambassador, sharing appropriate information to community members about events, programs, and initiatives of the school
• Serve as the lead school liaison to the Parent Council and collaborate with and support events and volunteer efforts
• Cultivate and build long-term relationships with event chairs, donors, parents, trustees, volunteers, and others involved with school events
• In partnership with HR Manager, develop, administer, and review policies and procedures to guide the school volunteer program and services, including developing and maintaining training materials and leading training sessions
• Track volunteer activity and prepare an annual report on volunteer efforts and results
• Create social media content to rally volunteer support and promote school events and initiatives
• Supervises non-classroom duties, such as recess, arrival and/or dismissal, or front desk coverage, when assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years in Events Management
• Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus!
• Experience with A/V Equipment and Troubleshooting
• Proficiency with Canva
• Proficiency with Adobe Suite
• Social Media Management Experience
• Greater Giving Auction Software experience a plus!
• This position with our client requires employees to report to work at a physical location. As a cautionary measure, the client is asking all workers to be fully vaccinated for COVID -19 by the date of hire. If an eligible candidate is unable to get the COVID-19 vaccine due to a religious, medical, or disability-related reason we will explore the appropriate reasonable accommodation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This exciting career opportunity allows you to work with a brilliant and thriving team! The salary range for this role is $75,000-$85,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, AD&D Coverage, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Retirement Plan TIAA.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume and more information about your background! Apply today to be considered for this amazing career opportunity with an incredible organization!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing. Our track record and recruitment process has made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about us can also be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com. Scion Nonprofit Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.

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