Event Planner

Starting Pay:

Position Description:

Manages and ensures the success of a large number of events of all sizes for Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities' Team Members and community stakeholders. Events include events, Learning & Development events, board events, and team building retreats. This position will also be a major contributor to the collaboration of the Events Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all logistic, administrative, financial, and operational details of event management, from conception through post-event wrap up. This includes the coordination, organization, and evaluation of services for events, as well as negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Responsible for coordinating with sponsors and organizing committees in regards to scope and format of events, agendas, monitoring budgets, and reviewing administrative procedures and event progress.
• Creates reports and correspondence related to management and delivery of events.
• Works with all levels of leadership, teams, volunteers, and vendors in a professional manner.
• Functions as a major contributor to various projects and collaboration efforts.
• Plans events such as Learning & Development events, board events, and team building retreats. Supervises and coordinates with supervision of event volunteers and support staff required for events.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes related information.
• Uses discretion on when to start or stop using vendors and venues. Responsible for purchasing and vendor decisions in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
• Oversees and manages vendors on-site.
• Responsible for large events and therefore needs to be available at any given time.
• May coordinate or design the material needed to publicize events and promote sponsorship.
• Travels to events and transports supplies, packages and other materials.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in, Marketing, Communications, Business or another related field preferred.
• At least 1-3 years' of progressively greater levels of responsibility in the field of event management.
• Must have 2-3 years' experience in high volume event activity with a large employer.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills, including news, business and persuasive writing.
• Must be able to multi-task and simultaneously manage multiple, complex projects as well as switch between long-range strategic planning and last-minute projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills including proven effectiveness in one-on-one, group communications and media relations.
• Strong history of quickly building relationships, gaining credibility and partnering with department leaders and peers.
• Strong organizational and detail orientation skills.
• Proficient with MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have valid Driver's license with clean MVR.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position.

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 5 Medical Plans
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 3 Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401K
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or leaves@goodwillaz.org if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.

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