Event Manager, Achilles International-Connecticut

Position Purpose:

The Event Manager, Achilles International - Connecticut, will be responsible for overseeing logistics for races, workouts, and social events for the Connecticut Chapter. Achilles International is a leading adaptive running nonprofit that transforms the lives of youth, adults and veterans with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection.

Major tasks and responsibilities of position:

1. Oversee and collaborate with workout coordinators regarding group workout locations and schedules throughout the year (both indoor and outdoor).

• Create, maintain and monitor the Chapter’s group workout planning sheets/rosters.
• Oversee training of workout captains in collaboration with coordinators.

2. Serve as the administrator for Achilles Connecticut Chapter races throughout the year, including the creation of the annual calendar.

• Serve as the point of contact for race directors, ensuring course safety and accommodations as needed for athletes with disabilities.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to develop and implement registration processes/deadlines for athletes and their guides.
• Oversee race day logistics for all participants and provide on-site race day support.
• Assist with logistics for out of state/international races for Connecticut athletes.

3. Assist in planning quarterly Chapter social events to build community.

Work relations:

• Reports to the Connecticut Chapter Director
• Manages workout coordinators and race day volunteers
• Collaborates with the Connecticut Chapter’s Program Coordinator, Program Assistant, and Executive & Leadership Teams

Key competencies:

• Event management and supervisory experience preferred.
• Consistent and reliable, able to deliver a high quality team event at each race, workout and social event.
• Organized and aware of relevant deadlines, etc.
• Detail oriented, ensuring all participants are trained properly for races and athlete/volunteer data is well managed using Rosterfy (training provided).
• Strong public speaking skills and communication skills (verbal, written).
• Knowledge of all Achilles programs and inner workings of Connecticut Chapter operations.
• Valid driver’s license.

Hybrid part time position: Office located in Guildford, CT (weekends are event-dependent)

Hourly position 20 hours/week at a rate of $25/hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Guilford, CT 06437: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25