Special Events Manager

MOHAI - Seattle, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Holiday, vacation, and sick pay

FSA and 403(b) plan

Job summary

A community-focused organization based in Seattle is seeking a Special Events Manager to plan and manage various fundraising and membership events. This full-time role requires expertise in event management, excellent communication skills, and the creativity to motivate community involvement. Offering a pay range of $33–$41 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, this position is suited for a passionate individual eager to contribute to impactful events.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fundraising events.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors.
• Manage vendor relations and negotiations.

Job description

Position Title: Special Events Manager
Reports to: Development Director
Location: MOHAI McQuaid Resource Center in Georgetown
Classification: Non-exempt; Full-time; Hourly
Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends
Rate of Pay: $33 - $41 per hour
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance; holiday, vacation, sick pay; FSA; 403(b) plan

Position Description:
The Special Events Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing all fundraising, stewardship, and membership events, and for meeting the annual contributed income goals for special events. This position includes major donor cultivation and stewardship, extensive analytics, and vendor relations and negotiation. The Special Events Manager is creative, resourceful, and enthusiastic about identifying personalized and meaningful ways to inspire our community to be part of the great work we do