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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $24,000.00 - $96,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
base pay
Commission
Creative freedom
leadership support
flexible scheduling
Professional Development
Community impact
Job Description
In-the-Parks.org is a dedicated nonprofit organization operating in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, with a mission to enhance the city's public parks and strengthen community bonds through innovative programming, events, and charitable initiatives. As a key player in the local community recreation scene, In-the-Parks.org provides free children’s classes, themed park events, and wellness programming designed to inspire active, imaginative, and healthy living. Beyond programming, the organization serves a crucial role in community fundraising by partnering with local causes to multiply impact and deliver essential support to neighborhood charities. This makes In-the-Parks.org a vital hub for community engagement, promoting social... Show More
Job Requirements
- Two or more years of relevant event planning or coordination experience
- Proven track record in securing sponsorships or partnerships
- Ability to manage multiple events or projects simultaneously
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing calendars and preventing scheduling conflicts or overbooking
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision
Job Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in event planning, event coordination, or event production
- Proven experience securing sponsorships, partnerships, or fundraising support
- Experience managing multiple events or projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with event budgets, timelines, vendors, and logistics
- Experience coordinating staff, volunteers, or contractors
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to take ownership and work independently
- Experience with community events, festivals, farmers markets, or nonprofit programming preferred
- Background in sales, sponsorship outreach, or corporate partnerships preferred
Job Duties
- Head up and run the Farmers Market and all regular community events
- Serve as the boots-on-the-ground event coordinator from planning through cleanup
- Meet daily, Monday–Friday, with leadership for planning, updates, and feedback
- Work independently while managing multiple active projects
- Act as the primary schedule keeper for events and classes
- Ensure spaces are never double-booked or overbooked
- Develop event themes, décor, entertainment, and overall presentation
- Reach out to businesses, partners, and organizations to secure sponsorships
- Manage assigned budgets and resources responsibly
- Coordinate staff, volunteers, vendors, performers, and contractors
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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