Special Events Coordinator at Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Inc. Green Bay, WI

Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Inc. is hiring a full-time Special Events Coordinator in Green Bay, WI. The role involves planning and evaluating fundraising events, managing volunteers, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have an associate's degree and at least 2 years of event planning experience. The position requires strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Special Events Coordinator job at Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Inc.. Green Bay, WI. Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to work for an employer that truly values your contributions and well-being?

At Family Services, we believe in caring for our team as much as we care for the individuals, children, and families we serve. Join our mission-driven organization, where your work makes a meaningful impact on the community every day.

About Family Services

Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to Protecting, Healing, and Caring for children and families across Northeast Wisconsin. We provide vital support during life's most challenging moments, helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive.

We're Hiring!

We are seeking a Special Events Coordinator to join our team. This full-time position is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating fundraising and awareness events, in collaboration with internal and external teams. The Special Events Coordinator interacts frequently with agency volunteers, donors, board members, program staff, and community stakeholders, and plays a key role in supporting Family Services' mission to Protect, Heal, and Care.

Key Responsibilities
• Plan, implement, and evaluate special events from concept to completion.
• Assist with volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling and overall management for events.
• Identify and research prospective sponsors, donors, foundations, and businesses for event support.
• Develop and maintain event budgets, ensuring expenses remain within approved parameters.
• Collaborate with the communications coordinator to promote events through various channels (e.g., website, social media, email campaigns).

Qualifications

Education:
• Required: Associate's degree Event Management, Communications, Business or similar field or equivalent experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree Event Management, Communications, Business or similar field or equivalent experience

Experience:
• Required: 2+ years' event planning or fundraising experience
• Preferred: 3 years large-scale event planning experience within a non-profit setting; familiarity with donor databases

Skills and Competencies:
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to build relationships with volunteers, donors, and community stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management software/tools
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules
• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with reliable personal vehicle. Maintain required auto insurance and acceptable driving record requirements

Why Join Us?

Family Services offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day and help advance our mission to Protect, Heal, and Care. Apply today to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others!

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