Program Events Coordinator

Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and supporting youth mentoring relationships. For over 100 years, BBBSTC has positively impacted the lives of more than half a million youth in the Twin Cities area. Through pairing young people with caring adult mentors, BBBSTC fosters social, educational, and emotional growth that helps youth reach their full potential. The agency prides itself on providing a supportive, inclusive environment for children and families, focusing on access to resources, community connections, and skill development. As a mission-centered organization, BBBSTC also cultivates a diverse and flexible workplace culture that values the unique talents and experiences of its 60-plus employees. The organization strongly emphasizes professional growth, equity, and involvement through initiatives such as affinity groups, quarterly trainings, and ongoing staff engagement activities.

The Program Events Coordinator is an essential role within the Big Futures Team at BBBSTC, responsible for supporting the Manager of Program Events in delivering engaging, high-quality program activities and events. This position emphasizes participant-centered experiences that foster belonging and build meaningful relationships among youth, families, mentors, and volunteers. The coordinator will manage the planning, logistics, and execution of regular match activities, large-scale events, and special initiatives aligned with key strategic focus areas such as college and career readiness and STEM. Responsibilities include coordinating supplies and event budgets, overseeing registrations and communication, managing ticketing and discounts, and collaborating with internal teams as well as external community partners like the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves, and Lynx.

The position requires working a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend hours regularly, as well as being physically active in setting up and breaking down event materials. The coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining strong community connections, ensuring timely and equitable access to resources, and gathering participant feedback for continuous program improvement. This position offers an hourly wage range of $22.60-$24.51 and is full-time and non-exempt with a full in-office requirement at their Minneapolis, MN location. The Program Events Coordinator will work closely with multiple departments and is a key contributor to advancing BBBSTC's mission of empowering youth and strengthening mentoring relationships through innovative programming and dynamic events.