Event Specialist- Conference

FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) is a faith-based organization dedicated to inspiring and equipping university students to know Christ and make Him known. Established with a heart for spreading the Gospel in collegiate environments, FOCUS has grown into a national movement that reaches thousands of students annually through vibrant campus ministry and national events. One of the key initiatives of FOCUS is the SEEK conference, which serves as a dynamic gathering designed to invite attendees into an encounter with Christ and the Gospel message. SEEK is a five-day event held annually in two city-wide venues simultaneously, drawing a diverse group of attendees from across the country. With its exponential growth and evolving complexity, FOCUS seeks an Event Specialist to join its passionate team in Golden, CO, to help plan, coordinate, and execute this life-changing conference.

The Event Specialist will play a vital role in the overall success of the SEEK national conference by removing obstacles to encounter and supporting the delivery of an impactful, formative event. As part of a large planning team, this individual will manage specific project areas, coach committees of campus staff, and collaborate with external vendors to ensure a smooth and world-class conference experience. The Event Specialist will take on the responsibility of planning multiple conference locations and passing on projects to local teams when they are not physically present. This role operates under the guidance of a Conference Manager during the initial conference cycle and progresses to more independent project management responsibilities in the following cycle. This position is full-time and offers an estimated salary range between $48,000 and $65,000 per year, subject to adjustments based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

The role demands strong organizational skills, communication expertise, and the ability to juggle multiple projects with competing deadlines. Working in a mission-driven environment, the Event Specialist will support project tracking, budgeting, vendor coordination, and committee coaching. This position also incorporates a spiritual dimension, encouraging employees to cultivate intimacy with Christ through prayer, spiritual opportunities, and maintaining a Christ-like attitude professionally and personally.

In this role, the Event Specialist will also be expected to engage in personal mission partner development (MPD), which involves fundraising a minimum of $4,000 per month to sustain their work with FOCUS. Full training and support are provided to enable success in this area. As part of the FOCUS team, the Event Specialist is eligible for various benefits designed to support their professional and personal well-being, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plans; paid time off; and more. This comprehensive package supports FOCUS staff in living out their mission while enjoying a balanced work-life experience in a supportive community.