Enrichment Specialist - Conferences and Events

Hopkins-Public-Schools; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopkins Public Schools in Hillside, IL seeks an Enrichment Specialist for Conferences and Events to support Community Education programs, including sports and performing arts offerings. You will help design and run conferences and events, provide customer service, and assist with web content, marketing, and events administration.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and at least one year of experience coordinating youth programs; an equivalent combination is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, sports management or a closely related field.
• One year of experience supporting or coordinating youth programs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the design and implementation of all Conferences & Events programming.
• Assists with recruiting, interviewing and hiring internal staff needed to support community education events.
• Assists with the design and implementation of all conferences, events, and fit future offerings.
• Works with the enrichment team on the Fit Future sections of the catalogs to support community education sports and athlete development programs.
• Assist with the monitoring, development and maintenance of the conferences and events web pages and social media.

Skills

Creative planning

Data analysis

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, sports management or a closely related field

One year of experience coordinating youth programs

Job description

Enrichment Specialist - Conferences and Events JobID: 7072

• Position Type:
  Community Education
• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.

SUMMARY:

Provides support to all conferences and events programming, with an emphasis on fit future sports and athlete development programs. Support duties include customer service and event preparation, web design and content creation, marketing support, data analysis and providing input and feedback to department management for growth opportunities that will result in increased revenue.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Assists with the design and implementation of all Conferences & Events programming.
• Assists with recruiting, interviewing and hiring internal staff needed to support community education events.
• Assists with the design and implementation of all conferences, events, and fit future offerings.
• Works with the enrichment team on the Fit Future sections of the catalogs to support community education sports and athlete development programs.
• Assist with the monitoring, development and maintenance of the conferences and events web pages and social media.
• Analyzes data obtained from user and participant evaluations and registration forms and suggests future event improvements accordingly.
• Assists with development of marketing materials for events and activities.
• Works with program and scheduling managers to select event location, setup needs and the overall aesthetic needed for high quality event operation.
• Assists with all community education and performing arts offerings as needed through communication assistance as well as vendor, staff, and student support.
• Builds collaborative partnerships for events with HHS Athletics and Activities office, and supports a strong and healthy relationship with the athletic teams and programs.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, sports management or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience supporting or coordinating youth programs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver's License.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Web-based registration systems, analysis of data, and computer software programs. ? Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Creatively planning and translating athletic and/or performing arts concepts into effective visual form.
• Analyzing and manipulating data in the areas of finance, quality control, and various reporting formats.
• Analyzing problems and developing effective solutions.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. ? Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software. ? Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office setting, in the schools and outside during the summer months.

Occasional travel required to locations throughout the District.

Hours & Compensation:

FTE: 1.0 - 261 days, 8hrs/day, 40hrs/week
Community Education Handbook
Range: $21.73 - $30.63, DOE.
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE