Activity and Event Coordinator

Timber Ridge at Talus is a distinguished senior living community located at the base of Cougar Mountain in Issaquah, Washington. Recognized as the first Silver LEED-certified senior living community on the Eastside, it offers residents a unique blend of sustainable living, superior hospitality, and an all-inclusive lifestyle set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest. Residents here are active and engaged, often enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking nearby trails, socializing over dinner, and appreciating the scenic views that surround the community. This commitment to quality living and environmental responsibility creates a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment for seniors who want to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle in their later years.

The role of Activity and Event Coordinator at Timber Ridge at Talus is a vital position that enhances the lives of independent living senior residents by planning and implementing a variety of engaging recreational and educational activities. Reporting to the Director of Community Life Services, the coordinator is responsible for developing programs that meet the diverse interests and needs of the senior community while upholding the community’s ten hospitality promises. This role demands a creative and organized individual who can work evening and weekend hours as necessary to support social events and community activities.

The Activity and Event Coordinator will utilize digital tools such as the Touch.Town platform to create resident newsletters, flyers, and calendars that facilitate communication and resident engagement. They will also maintain the online calendar and explore new digital resources to enhance programming. With a focus on building strong relationships, the coordinator will collaborate with instructors, artists, performers, and community partners to offer a rich variety of educational courses, outings, and entertainment options. Proficiency with multi-media systems, including sound and video projection, is essential to support events and meetings.

This position requires excellent organizational skills to manage the scheduling and supervision of meeting rooms and public spaces using the Worxhub platform, ensuring smooth and efficient operations during events. The Activity and Event Coordinator acts as a liaison between residents and staff, working closely with resident volunteers and committees to create meaningful programs that foster community spirit and well-being.

Candidates for this role should have between three to five years of experience in recreation and activity planning, specifically with older adults, with a preference for those who have worked in senior living environments. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, along with advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role demands physical activity such as frequent walking within the community, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving furniture when needed.

Timber Ridge at Talus promotes a comprehensive wellness philosophy that supports the emotional, environmental, health services, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational well-being of its residents and staff. As an Activity and Event Coordinator, you will play a key role in fostering this holistic approach to wellness, enhancing the lives of residents through thoughtful engagement and support.

This full-time position offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $25 to $27 per hour, depending on experience. The community provides a robust benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and professional growth, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, and various savings accounts. Additional perks include PTO, paid holidays, pet insurance, employee discounts, professional training, tuition reimbursement, transportation assistance, and wellness facilities. The community also offers same-day pay options to assist with financial needs, demonstrating its commitment to employee support and satisfaction.