Prom Advisor

Triton High School; Erwin (NC); On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Triton High School is seeking a Prom Advisor for Spring 2027 to lead the planning and execution of the school prom. You will work with the student prom committee to determine themes, manage the budget, coordinate venues, vendors, and safety measures to create a memorable event for attending students.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to lead students and volunteers, and collaboration with school administrators, custodial staff, and district finance

Qualifications

• Plan and coordinate the Triton High School Prom for Spring 2027.
• Lead a student prom committee and manage budgets.
• Ensure safety, decorum, and compliance during the event.
• Coordinate with administration, custodial staff, and district finance.

Responsibilities

• Form and guide the student prom planning committee, facilitating regular meetings.
• Empower student leaders to design ideas and fundraising with oversight.
• Assist students in selecting themes, decorations, invitations, and music.
• Coordinate venue, vendor contracts, and security.
• Organize pre-prom activities, grand march logistics, and post-prom coordination.
• Manage ticket sales and seating arrangements.
• Recruit and lead chaperones; ensure safety and compliance.
• Serve as primary on-site contact during the event.
• Communicate schedules and policies to students, parents, and staff.

Skills

Event planning

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Prom Advisor

Location: Triton High School

Prom Advisor – Triton High School (Spring 2027)

Overview The Prom Advisor leads and oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of the Triton High School Prom for Spring 2027. This position works closely with the student prom committee to select themes, manage budgets, organize event logistics, and create a memorable, safe, and safe environment for all attending student-athletes and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Form and guide the student prom planning committee, facilitating regular meetings.
• Empower student leaders to take ownership of event ideas, design, and fundraising while providing structure and oversight.
• Assist students in selecting themes, decorations, invitations, and music

Event Planning & Logistics

• Coordinate event details including venue selection, vendor contracts (DJ, photography, catering/catering venues), and security.
• Organize pre-prom activities, grand march logistics, and post-prom event coordination if applicable.
• Manage ticketholder lists, ticket sales, and table/seating arrangements.

Budget & Financial Management

• Establish and monitor the prom budget in accordance with district financial policies.
• Oversee committee fundraising efforts and manage all ticket sale revenues and vendor payouts.

Supervision & Safety

• Recruit, schedule, and lead faculty, parent, and community chaperones for the event.
• Enforce school, district, and facility rules to ensure student safety, decorum, and compliance throughout the event.
• Serve as the primary point of contact on-site on the day/night of the event.
• Work collaboratively with high school administration, custodial staff, and district finance personnel.
• Maintain clear communication with students, parents/guardians, and staff regarding event schedules, dress guidelines, and ticket policies.

Qualifications

• Current Triton High School staff member preferred; experience working with high school students required.
• Strong organizational, event planning, and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and project management capabilities.
• Ability to chaperone evening and weekend planning/event activities.