Community Events Coordinator

Why Join Our Team?

As a Canine Companions employee, you’ll enjoy knowing that every day you make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.  You’ll give independence and give a dog a job!

Canine Companions dedication to our mission is only equaled to our dedication to our employees.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefit program including employer-paid medical, dental and vision for staff
• 14 paid holidays, including an Inclusion Holiday
• Generous time off program, including hours to serve your community
• Employer matched 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program/Wellness Programs
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress

 “I am regularly inspired by the commitment to excellence, generosity of spirit, and attitude of service demonstrated by my colleagues.” 

-Senior Fundraising Team Member

About the Position:

As a community events coordinator, you will be an integral member of our team as you plan, coordinate, develop, organize, and provide support of events within the Southwest Region.  As a community events coordinator, you will be responsible for advancing the Canine Companions mission by overseeing fundraisers, graduation ceremonies, galas, volunteer appreciation and other exciting events. 

A typical day as a community events coordinator may include:

• Planning, coordinating, organizing and executing regional events
• Creating and editing event and sponsorship communications, including the editing and updating of website information
• Managing bookkeeping and reporting to aid in the successful execution of events
• Collaborating with the volunteer coordinator to recruit, screen, and train volunteers for their event tasks
• Working with local volunteers and event chairs to implement, grow, and meet the participation and revenue goals for events
• Providing support for fundraising activities, including but not limited to donors and sponsorships

EXPECTATIONS:

To be successful in this position:

• Must Haves:
  • Minimum two years of event planning management experience
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • College degree in hospitality or non-profit or a combination of education and prior work experience in a similar role
• Nice to Haves:
  • Database, volunteer coordination and/or fundraising experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• General office working conditions apply.
• The employee is stationed at the workstation for the majority of the job but will work occasionally outdoors at events.
• Occasional overtime, including evenings and weekends is required.
• Some travel is required.
• The noise level in work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SCHEDULE: Full time

RATE OF PAY: $24.50 - $29.50/ hour

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

The base salary range below represents the low and high of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of total compensation package for employees.

Pursuant to local Fair Chance Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Salary : $25 - $30