Manager of Community Engagement & Events at The Willows Community School
About the Employer
The Willows Community School, located in Culver City is a Developmental Kindergarten through 8th grade non-profit, co-educational independent school enrolling 475 students annually. Recognized as a balanced, progressive educational leader, The Willows’ strong academic program incorporates experiential learning and thematic instruction into cutting-edge curriculum and integrates technology and the arts into the classroom. The Willows is strongly committed to financial assistance and seeks a broad-based student body with a diversity of race, ethnicity, economics and learning styles. We believe each child brings our community an extraordinary gift: a curious mind, ready to explore and eager to learn.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Manager of Community Engagement & Events is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of a year-round schedule of all school events intended to cultivate and steward all constituents. Working closely with the Director of Development, Director of Advancement, the development and facilities teams, and the Willows Parent Association (WPA), the Manager of Community Engagement & Events helps bring The Willows’ mission to life through thoughtful, creative, and well-executed events that reflect the heart and spirit of our school. Reports to: Director of Development
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:
Events Management:
- Collaborate with administration, staff and volunteer leadership, conceptualize events, including the purpose of the event, targeted audience, key themes, budget, messaging, location, and vendors
- Brings creativity and strategic thinking to ensure that events are fresh and not redundant
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors
- Works with key staff on all event logistics including calendaring, coordinating RSVP’s, event set-ups, catering, audio/visual, day of event details, post event acknowledgements and more
- Liaisons between the development office and the facilities team
- Assists with writing, designing, and producing publications and materials associated with the events
- Attends events and is a point person to ensure that all runs smoothly
- Facilitates and manages offsite school events as necessary
- Coordinates weekly meetings with facilities reviewing upcoming events and set-ups
- Works with Directors of Advancement and Development on community communications for upcoming events
- Participates in regular Calendar Committee meetings to review all-school calendars ensuring no conflicts
- Oversees catering for various committee meetings and events
Fundraising and Community Events:
- Work closely with the development team and WPA volunteers to execute fundraising and community building events
- Actively contributes to the development team’s goals and initiatives
Constituent Relations:
- Collaborates with development team members to develop events and activities designed to cultivate relationships with all constituents both internally and externally (new parents, current parents, alumni, alumni parents, grandparents, trustees, Board of Governors, faculty and staff)
- Assists with neighborhood relations (ex: coordinating with Culver City for event permit)
- Responsible for coordinating all details related to internal campus events (ex: coordinating grade level exhibitions with faculty and staff)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- This full-time, exempt position offers a salary range of $75,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience.
- Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance covered at 100% for employees
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Generous retirement plan with an employer discretionary contribution
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
Requirements / Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree preferred * Minimum of 3 years of experience in related field * Great communication skills and experience working with volunteers is preferred * The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced work environments; possesses a collaborative and flexible workstyle; is proficient in Office and Apple software/products. * Knowledge of Raisers Edge, Finalsite, Veracross and Jotform a plus * Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events
Requirements / Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree preferred * Minimum of 3 years of experience in related field * Great communication skills and experience working with volunteers is preferred * The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced work environments; possesses a collaborative and flexible workstyle; is proficient in Office and Apple software/products. * Knowledge of Raisers Edge, Finalsite, Veracross and Jotform a plus * Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events
Comments and Other Information
TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracy Sidler at tsidler@thewillows.org with the subject line: Manager of Community Engagement & Events Application.
No phone inquiries, please. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
The Willows Community School subscribes to a policy of equal opportunity with respect to employment, participation in available programs, and access to schools and student services. All individuals without regard to race, color, religion, natural origin, age, sex, or disability are provided equal employment opportunities and access to programs administered under the auspices of The Willows Community School.
Comments and Other Information
TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Tracy Sidler at tsidler@thewillows.org with the subject line: Manager of Community Engagement & Events Application.
No phone inquiries, please. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
The Willows Community School subscribes to a policy of equal opportunity with respect to employment, participation in available programs, and access to schools and student services. All individuals without regard to race, color, religion, natural origin, age, sex, or disability are provided equal employment opportunities and access to programs administered under the auspices of The Willows Community School.