Director of Resident Experiences & Programming

ADP, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Advocate support services

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Pre-tax commuter benefits

EAP

Legal insurance options

Free on-site parking

Job summary

WC Smith is seeking a Director of Events & Programming to lead resident events, programming, and community engagement across The Collective properties in Washington, DC. This role sets the programming strategy and drives experiences that enhance resident life.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in events/hospitality, experience supervising a team, and a hands-on, strategic mindset to execute from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in events, hospitality, or resident programming.
• Experience supervising and developing team members.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, contracts, and multiple events.
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills.
• Creative, hands-on leader able to run function from strategy to execution.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift up to 35 pounds during event setup and breakdown.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the overall strategy and annual calendar for resident events, fitness programming, and community engagement.
• Supervise, support, and develop the Events & Programming Assistant, providing direction and accountability.
• Lead the planning and execution of events and major programs and initiatives.
• Develop and manage the annual programming budget, monitor expenses, and identify efficiencies.
• Source and manage vendors, instructors, entertainers, and partners, including negotiating contracts.
• Oversee resident communications, event registrations, and related admin functions.
• Establish goals and evaluate programming through participation, feedback, and cost-effectiveness.
• Use results and feedback to identify opportunities and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Maintenance, and other internal partners to support resident experience.
• Track and report on programming performance, budgets, and upcoming initiatives.

Skills

Team supervision

Strategic planning

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Creativity

Adobe

Canva

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Microsoft Office

Job description

WC Smith is seeking a Director of Events & Programming to lead resident events, programming, and community engagement across The Collective properties in Washington, DC. This role sets the programming strategy and drives experiences that enhance resident life.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in events/hospitality, experience supervising a team, and a hands-on, strategic mindset to execute from concept to completion.