Special Events Manager

Who You Are

The Special Events Manager is responsible for providing leadership and professional expertise in the planning and implementation of high-quality strategic events and functions across the school. Sitting within the Office of Institutional Advancement, this position is responsible for ensuring that campus-wide priorities and standards are reflected in the planning and presentation of small and large events (200 guests) supporting stewardship activities to strengthen long-term relationships with donors, parents, and alumni. This position requires a hands-on, proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

About You

The ideal candidate for the Special Events Manager at The Episcopal Academy will possess the following:

• Proven experience working with vendors, venues, lecturers, and caterers; negotiating contracts; and managing event budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex schedules and logistics both internally and externally while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to create and execute a sophisticated event from start to finish.
• Proven experience collaborating with and serving as a hands-on partner to colleagues across an organization.
• Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and growth mindset.
• Proven ability to perform well in fast-paced settings and meet deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, event software, and CRM systems preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

About Us

Located 16 miles outside of Philadelphia, The Episcopal Academy offers competitive salary and benefits; employer retirement plan match; generous paid time off; excellent work/life balance; access to ongoing professional development; complimentary lunch during the school year; and use of campus facilities, including library and fitness center.

While each employee at Episcopal brings a unique set of competencies and skills to their work, we believe all employees should:

• Be student-centered, embrace school life and show it through actions and interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Embody and live The Stripes.
• Consistently maintain high standards for his or her own work and motivate others to achieve the same standard of excellence.
• Demonstrate a desire and willingness to constantly grow and learn, both personally and professionally, and see others - especially students - as having the ability to learn and reach success.
• Demonstrate a belief in and commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.
• Foster a positive culture by being optimistic, selfless, flexible, and collaborative.

Application deadline: Until filled

Position start date: Immediate Opening

The Episcopal Academy seeks candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated, as described in our Diversity and Inclusion statement