Events and Special Projects Manager

Goodwill of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

Goodwill of Colorado is seeking a Manager II, Events and Special Projects to plan and coordinate fundraising events, manage registration and auction platforms, and lead project design, logistics, and execution. This role also takes the lead on special projects as needed.

The position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, plus retirement options and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all fundraising, cultivation, and special events.
• Build and own event project management timelines.
• Venue and vendor contract negotiation, venue liaison.
• Food and Beverage selection and management.
• Support Development Team as sponsor liaison, as needed.
• Coordinate event logistical details with Executive Team, Development and Marketing staff, and event contractor to ensure well-run events and customer delight.
• Build and manage event websites, including ticketing and registration.
• Manage virtual auction, including tracking and recording auction items and ensuring the bidding process works smoothly.

Job description

Applications Due By October 9th, 2026

Goodwill of Colorado

Job Description

Pay: $64,000 - $70,000 per year

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Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Full-Time position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, these positions are eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan - must be 18 years of age to participate.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager II, Events and Special Projects plans and coordinates fundraising and special events for Goodwill of Colorado to include overall management of registration and auction platforms while also providing program design, logistics and execution. This role will also take the lead on special projects as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Event Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all fundraising, cultivation, and special events.
• Build and own event project management timelines.
• Venue and vendor contract negotiation, venue liaison.
• Food and Beverage selection and management.
• Support Development Team as sponsor liaison, as needed.
• Coordinate event logistical details in collaboration with Executive Team, Development and Marketing staff, and event contractor to ensure well-run events and customer delight.
• Build and manage event websites, including ticketing and registration.
• Manage virtual auction, including tracking and recording auction items and ensuring the bidding process works smoothly. Ensure all auction items are delivered to buyers.