Events Coordinator

Denverscholarship; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Scholarship Foundation is seeking an Events Coordinator to support the planning and execution of engaging events that align with its mission. In this hybrid role, you'll collaborate with various teams while promoting inclusivity and providing impactful experiences for students and community partners. With strong organizational skills and creativity, you will help build successful events ensuring a positive environment for stakeholders.

Benefits

401(k) plan with match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Unlimited vacation policy after 90 days

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Counseling Services

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in event planning.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Commitment to DSF's mission.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage events for DSF's Access Program and Engagement.
• Support planning and logistics for various organizational events.
• Collaborate with team members to uphold Justice, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion values.

Skills

Organization

Self-motivation

Creativity

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Description

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate, driven individual with the desire to learn, grow, and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of Colorado’s Top Workplaces by the Denver Post in 2025 (6-year recipient of Top Workplaces), a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive, inclusive work environment. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.

As a nonprofit organization, DSF’s mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education, by providing the tools, knowledge, and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything we do, DSF strives to be a leader within the community. As we constantly seek to improve our services, we build strong relationships with Denver Public Schools and college staff members, partners, students, team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.

We seek candidates who will model, live, and reinforce DSF’s mission and core values with colleagues, students, families, and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver's students.

Job Summary

The Events Coordinator, as part of the Development team, works in collaboration with DSF Program, Development, and Marketing & Communications teams, to create and execute events that will further DSF’s mission by engaging DPS High School Students, DSF Scholars, DSF Alumni, community partners, and prospective and current individual and corporate donors. The Events Coordinator is responsible for supporting all aspects of event planning for all events. DSF's Access Program refers to programming in DPS high schools. DSF's Success Program refers to work on the Auraria Campus, work with other college partners, and engagement with DFS Alumni.

Division of Time and Effort

• 60%- Access Program Event Management- Supports the planning, coordination, production, implementation, logistics and reporting for the majority of DSF Access Program events. This includes supporting events at all 15 Future Center schools.
• 20%- Success Program Event Management- Supports Success Program efforts and events as needed with a focus on DSF Alumni activities. This includes providing our team on the Auraria campus with event support, supporting events with other college partners, and alumni efforts.
• 20%- Supports Development events as necessary, including partnership and workforce connectivity events, the DSF Gala, introductory events, and stewardship events.

Responsibilities & Day-to-Day Activities:

• Works in collaboration with DSF Director of Events and DSF Events Manager to produce high-caliber events while keeping DSF/JEDI (Justice, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) values top of mind.
• Works in collaboration with the DSF Director of Events and DSF Events Manager to assist and support all organizational events as needed (Development, MarComm, Board of Directors, Associate Board, etc.).
• Support a majority of event-related administrative tasks including fielding event requests, reserving transportation for field trips, arranging catering for events, booking event/venue space, etc.
• Support gathering of event supplies and event set-up which may require loading vehicles, moving tables and chairs, decorating, and cleaning up
• Support event specific marketing, communications, and graphic design requests
• Staff events throughout our various DSF Future Centers and College (Campus) Partners (this may include after-hour and weekend events)
• Organize creation and distribution of event kits for DSF Future Centers and college campuses as needed
• Assist with sourcing DSF swag
• Provide thought partnership and support with all DSF events. Ex: DSF Gala, financial aid workshops, career exposure events, and introductory events
• Maintain vendor relationships. Ex: catering, charter bus organization, event rentals, etc.
• Serve as a member of DSF’s Parent and Family Engagement (PFEC) and attend all meetings
• Support the planning and execution of DSF & DPS Explores Auraria Day
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Requirements

• Position requires strong organizational skills, self-motivation, detail orientation and ability to prioritize and use effective time management skills
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Working knowledge of Canva
• Access to working vehicle and valid driver's license
• Physical demands involve moving materials and equipment up to 30 pounds
• A sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and sense of empowerment
• Ability to attend scheduled evening and weekend work
• Experience working with diverse populations (including diversity in race/ethnicity, cultural background, language, immigration status, and socio-economic status)
• Commitment to the DSF mission

Highly Desired

• Spanish fluency (oral and written)

Education and Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in a related field, Bachelors degree or Technical Certificate with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years of experience with nonprofit event planning, managing, and execution

Compensation & Benefits

• $48,000 to $53,560
• 401(k) plan with $ for $ match of up to 5%
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance (low cost premium plans offered)
• Life Insurance that provides 2 Times Your Annual Salary
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Supplement (Based on Years of Service)
• Paid holidays (includes Winter Break and Summer 1/2 Fridays in June and July) and 2 Floating holidays each year
• Trusted Time Off (unlimited vacation policy following 90 days)
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (Based on Years of Service)
• ID Theft Protection and Will Preparation Assistance
• Legal and Financial Counseling
• Four Professional Wellness Sessions
• Employee Assistance Free and Confidential Counseling Services

Hybrid position- 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

Job posting will remain open until 06/06/25 and may be extended if additional time is needed to gather qualified applicants.

Denver Scholarship Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Learn about DSF’s commitment to Equity & Inclusion.