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Community Engagement & Event CoordinatorType of position: Salaried, exempt, full-timeJob SummaryThe Community Engagement & Events Coordinator is a key outward-facing member of the Advancement Team. This role strengthens relationships across the school community and builds connections between St. Joseph School and our extended community, including alumni, neighbors, parishioners, and friends. This person is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing various events and initiatives that foster belonging, stewardship, and shared mission.We seek someone relationship-driven, organized, proactive, and excited about creating joyful, welcoming experiences. This is not a behind-the-scenes role—it's for someone who loves connecting with people and making things happen.Primary Responsibilities

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with school families, parish partners, alumni, volunteers, and neighbors.
• Plan and execute community-centered events and traditions (excluding the school auction and Jog-a-thon) and alumni gatherings.
• Work collaboratively with the Advancement, Admissions, and Communications teams to ensure all events are mission-aligned and thoughtfully executed.
• Coordinate logistics for each event—timeline, space, communication, volunteers, and follow-up—with careful attention to detail and hospitality.
• Serve as a welcoming liaison for volunteers and community partners; ensure a positive experience from first contact through post-event follow-up.
• Maintain accurate participation records in Veracross and VolunteerHub.
• Support the Advancement Team's stewardship and outreach strategies through event design and relationship management.

Key Qualities & Skills

• Excellent communicator—clear, warm, and confident in person and writing.
• Skilled at building and sustaining relationships across diverse groups.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; able to juggle multiple events and timelines.
• Proficient with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Calendar);
• Experience with Veracross and VolunteerHub;
• A collaborative team member who thrives in a mission-driven, school-based setting.
• Able to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in communications, nonprofit management, community relations, or event planning.
• Previous experience in a school or nonprofit setting.
• Experience using CRM systems or donor databases.
• Culturally responsive and committed to inclusivity.

Compensation

Salary: $74,880 - $85,280. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications. St. Joseph School provides a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance (based on FTE), health savings account, flexible spending account, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plan with generous employer contributions, paid time off, professional development opportunities and free lunch. For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers, we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable, innovative housing options, based on availability.

Application Process

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Jenn Wathen, Director of Advancement.