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Woodcraft Rangers

Events Manager

Los Angeles, CA, USA|Remote, Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,304.00 - $83,790.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid vacation
Sick Time
health benefits
403(b) retirement
Pet insurance
Lifecraft program
upward mobility
Career Development
Positive community impact

Job Description

Woodcraft Rangers is a longstanding nonprofit organization that has been serving the Los Angeles community since 1922. Founded with a mission to guide and support young people in exploring purposeful pathways in life, the organization has established itself as a progressive leader in expanded learning opportunities. It emphasizes inclusivity and youth leadership within its programs and employs the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework focused on developing the body, mind, spirit, and service of its participants. Throughout its history, Woodcraft Rangers has continually adapted to meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves, extending its reach to more than 20,000... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in event management business hospitality or communications
  • Two to five years of experience planning events ideally in a youth or expanded learning setting
  • At least 2 years of experience managing personnel
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and timelines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as needed
  • Ability to travel regularly across Los Angeles area
  • Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in event management business hospitality or communications
  • Two to five years of experience planning events ideally in a youth or expanded learning setting
  • At least 2 years of experience managing personnel
  • Demonstrated ability to support lead event logistics planning and coordination
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as needed

Job Duties

  • Directly oversee the Field Trip Coordinators providing guidance support and professional development
  • Lead event planning for all Signature Agency Events partner events and other opportunities creating detailed event plans timelines and budgets
  • Oversee event logistics and coordination source and manage venues coordinate staffing and order supplies and materials
  • Oversee event set-up breakdown and on-site operations
  • Work closely with the Sports Program Manager Sports Coordinators and Field Trip Coordinators to execute Signature Agency Events
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events through digital print and social media channels ensuring consistent branding across all event materials
  • Create event collateral and/or signage
  • Manage event registration invitations and attendee and staff communications
  • Ensure all events comply with health safety and legal regulations and develop contingency plans for potential disruptions or emergencies
  • Conduct post-event debriefs and gather feedback from stakeholders and utilize this information to recommend improvements for future events
  • Participate in trainings workshops and professional development opportunities
  • Develop and maintain an annual events calendar in collaboration with program and development teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals
  • Source negotiate and manage vendor contracts to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
  • Track event participation metrics outcomes and feedback to measure success and inform future planning
  • Uphold Woodcraft Rangers mission and values in all interactions
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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