Event Operations Associate

Peak Point; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Team mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Paid travel/event exposure

Job summary

Peak Point in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Event Operations Associate to support nonprofit campaigns at community events, retail locations, and outreach sites. You will interact with the public, introduce people to programs, answer questions, and help events run smoothly.

This is an in-person, entry-level role with paid training, ongoing coaching, and opportunities to grow into leadership as you gain experience in event operations, community engagement, and customer relations.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication to engage the public at events.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Able to lead conversations and represent nonprofit partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup, organization, and breakdown
• Represent nonprofit partners at community events and outreach locations
• Start conversations with members of the public in a friendly, professional manner
• Provide information about nonprofit programs and campaigns
• Encourage participation and support for fundraising campaigns
• Help create a positive experience for community members and attendees
• Coordinate with team members to support daily event activities
• Work toward daily and weekly team goals
• Maintain a professional and positive presence while representing partners

Skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

About Us

We partner with nonprofit organizations to help bring important causes and community programs directly to the public. Through local events, retail locations, and community outreach, we create opportunities for people to learn about causes they care about and get involved.

We’re growing our team and looking for motivated, outgoing individuals who enjoy working with people and want to build valuable professional skills in a fast-paced environment.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• $600–$900 per week typical earnings, performance-based
• Full-time opportunities
• Paid training — no previous experience required
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Fun, energetic, team-focused environment
• Work at community events and local outreach locations
• Build experience in communication, event operations, customer engagement, and leadership
• Represent nonprofit causes that make a difference in local communities

Position Overview

As an Event Operations Associate, you’ll support nonprofit campaigns at community events, retail locations, and other approved outreach sites.

You’ll interact directly with the public, introduce people to nonprofit programs and campaigns, answer questions, encourage community participation, and assist with the daily activities that help events run smoothly.

This is an in-person, active position that’s a great fit for someone who enjoys meeting new people, communicating face-to-face, and working toward goals as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup, organization, and breakdown
• Represent nonprofit partners at community events and outreach locations
• Start conversations with members of the public in a friendly and professional manner
• Provide information about nonprofit programs, campaigns, and initiatives
• Encourage participation and support for fundraising campaigns
• Help create a positive experience for community members and event attendees
• Coordinate with team members to support daily event activities
• Work toward daily and weekly team goals
• Maintain a professional and positive presence while representing nonprofit partners

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable speaking with new people in public settings
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Reliable transportation, punctual, and dependable
• Self‑motivated and goal‑oriented
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, events, promotions, sales, or fundraising is helpful but not required
• Willingness to learn

Compensation

• Performance-based pay structure
• Typical weekly earnings of $600–$900, depending on individual and team results
• Paid training

Growth Opportunities

We believe strong team members should have the opportunity to grow. As you gain experience, you may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and develop skills in:

• Event operations
• Community engagement
• Promotions
• Customer relations
• Team leadership
• Campaign support

What We Offer

• Paid training and hands‑on coaching
• Supportive team environment
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Valuable real‑world communication and leadership experience
• Opportunities to work at different community events and locations
• The chance to support nonprofit organizations and meaningful community causes