Experiential Events Lead - Hospitality & Community

Willow Creek; Barrington (IL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Maternity and paternity leave

Generous paid time off

Mental health counseling reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking an Events Manager to lead planning and execution of ministry events and mission-aligned facility rentals across our campuses.

You will recruit and coach a team of Welcome Hosts and volunteers, ensuring every guest experiences excellence and Christ-centered hospitality. The role emphasizes organizing large events, weddings, concerts, and conferences with a focus on community impact.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of event management experience.
• Experience leading volunteers and teams.
• Strong hospitality and guest service mindset.

Responsabilités

• Support the planning and execution of ministry events and external facility rentals and maintain community partner relationships.
• Create exceptional guest experiences through intentional hospitality.
• Recruit, develop, and care for event volunteers.
• Manage campus Welcome Hosts and ensure strong first impressions at entry points.
• Partner with ministries and operational teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Manage event logistics, budgets, scheduling, and day-of operations.

Connaissances

Project management

Team leadership

Hospitality

Event planning

Description du poste

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking an Events Manager to lead planning and execution of ministry events and mission-aligned facility rentals across our campuses.

You will recruit and coach a team of Welcome Hosts and volunteers, ensuring every guest experiences excellence and Christ-centered hospitality. The role emphasizes organizing large events, weddings, concerts, and conferences with a focus on community impact.