Development Coordinator of Events at Christian School

Park Street School seeks a mission-driven Development Coordinator of Events to join a strong administrative team. The Event Coordinator will report to the Director of Development and will be involved in all activities relating to the execution of development events including but not limited to: capital campaign, PSS annual fund, the spring gala and our 25 year anniversary celebration. This is a full-time position with some weekend and evening required hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively support the mission, vision and promotion of Park Street School to the internal and external community, encouraging others to the same.
• Help set and execute high standards for ethics, accuracy and quality of information and 
  communication throughout the department and school.
• Help coordinate all aspects of the spring fundraising gala including tracking information leading up to the event and supporting the successful execution of the evening.
  Identify, recruit, organize and work with volunteers for events and meetings throughout the year.
• Collaborate with the Communications team to develop the marketing, social media, and 
  communications plan and graphics for all events.
• Assist in producing office publications, communications, and stewardship.
• Research vendors and make selections based on their creativity, quality, and cost
• Develop content for event materials and work with graphic designer
• Handle day-to-day administration of events and programs, including order placements, BEO reviews, vendor monitoring, travel planning, restaurant reservations, attendee participation, registration counts, RSVP tracking, and issues resolution

Qualifications and Skills

Applicants must have a highly professional demeanor with a commitment to customer service and the highest attention to detail. Applicants should be problem solvers who are able to create systems to complete multiple complex tasks under pressure. A successful applicant will possess a keen understanding of the importance of deadlines and urgent requests. This role depends on accuracy, flexibility, problem solving and very strong organizational and personal communication skills. 

• A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience, preferably in an educational setting.
  A. or B.S. required
• All applicants should demonstrate proficiency in project management and graphic design platforms.
• A commitment to Christian education, academic excellence, and the mission and values of Park Street School is critical. Must be able to sign the school’s Statement of Faith, as required of all employees.
• Proven track record of creative, successful events
• Experience working with colleagues in graphic design, sales, marketing, and communications
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiating, and multitasking skills

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and includes a competitive benefits package.

For more information about Park Street School, please visit our website at parkstreetschool.org. Questions can be directed to our employment office at . 

About Park Street School

Park Street School is a continuous, integrated education for children, toddler through sixth grade, located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. Exemplifying a Christian world view, Park Street School is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously striving to maintain a faculty with varying backgrounds and cultural experiences