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Events & Special Projects Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $64,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short term disability insurance
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
long term disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
Daily Pay Option
Job Description
Goodwill of Colorado is a well-established nonprofit organization committed to empowering individuals through education, training, and employment opportunities. Dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities, Goodwill serves a diverse population across the state by providing essential services and resources that foster independence and self-sufficiency. With a rich history of community impact, Goodwill of Colorado operates multiple retail stores and offers a range of programs aimed at workforce development, making it a vital social enterprise within the region. The organization prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees are valued and given opportunities to grow both professionally... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of event management experience
- Experience supervising volunteers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM databases
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to engage with executives and VIPs
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Professionalism and teamwork
- Ability to travel within Colorado
- Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record
- Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 lbs occasionally
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
- 3-5 years of event management experience with both large and small events
- Experience supervising volunteers
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Customer Relationship Management databases, and event software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with internal and external stakeholders
- Superior customer service skills and relationship management
- High attention to detail
- Experience interfacing with executives, VIPs, and Board members
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information
- Professional and courteous workplace behavior
- Ability to represent Goodwill professionally
- Ability to travel within Colorado
- Valid Colorado driver’s license and ability to drive for company business
Job Duties
- Coordinate all fundraising, cultivation, and special events
- Build and own event project management timelines
- Negotiate venue and vendor contracts and act as venue liaison
- Select and manage food and beverage services
- Support Development Team as sponsor liaison
- Coordinate event logistics with Executive Team, Development and Marketing staff, and event contractors
- Build and manage event websites including ticketing and registration
- Manage virtual auctions including tracking and delivery of items
- Coordinate guest and sponsor registration at events
- Ensure event sponsors receive benefits committed and manage sponsorship tracking
- Organize and lead event committee meetings with timeline and action item management
- Lead event management for Annual Dinner, Denver Golf Tournament, and additional special events
- Develop and maintain event volunteer role descriptions and schedules
- Coordinate event volunteer training, communication, and onsite leadership
- Participate in fundraising activities and support Development Team with research and donor profiles
- Provide backup to Data Specialist and support Business Development leads
- Attend Development and other department meetings
- Maintain flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings, and late nights as necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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