What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Specialist position at Project FoodBox?
🚨 We’re Hiring: Event Specialist (Member Enrollment Focus)
📍 In-person | Flexible schedule (20–25 hrs/week) | Evenings & weekends required
💼 Part-time / Seasonal
💰$18-$22/hour
We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Event Specialists to join our outreach team. This is a high-impact, people-facing role where the primary objective is simple and mission-critical: drive member enrollment at community events.
Event Specialists are on the front lines of community engagement—helping eligible individuals understand their benefits and completing on-site enrollments in real time while ensuring every event runs smoothly and professionally.
This is not just an event support role.
Enrollment is the mission.
Every activity in this role supports one core outcome: completed, high-quality member enrollments.
🎯 Primary Goal: Member Enrollment
Success in this role is measured by:
• Number of completed enrollments per event
• Accuracy and completeness of enrollment submissions
• Quality of leads captured for follow-up engagement
🔑 Key Responsibilities
✅ Drive Enrollment (Top Priority)
Proactively engage attendees, screen for eligibility, and complete on-site member enrollments.
📝 Handle Registration & Enrollment Flow
Support event check-in, enrollment processing, and distribution of program materials and benefit information.
💬 Educate Prospective Members
Clearly and confidently explain program benefits, eligibility criteria, and next steps to diverse audiences.
📇 Capture & Pass Leads
Collect contact information from interested individuals who do not enroll on-site and share qualified leads with outreach coordinators.
🎪 Support Event Execution
Assist outreach teams with event planning, setup, scheduling, and on-site coordination.
🪑 Set Up & Breakdown
Help prepare event spaces including tables, signage, seating, and materials, and ensure proper teardown after events.
🤝 Deliver Outstanding Customer Service
Create a welcoming, supportive experience for all attendees and respond to questions with care and clarity.
🔒 Maintain Compliance
Follow all CMS, HIPAA, safety, and organizational policies during event operations and enrollment activities.
🧹 Keep Events Running Smoothly
Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional event environment.
⚡ Step In Where Needed
Provide flexible support across the team to ensure successful event outcomes.
👤 Experience & Qualifications
• Previous experience in event staffing, outreach, enrollment, or customer service preferred (not required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable initiating conversations with new people in public settings
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in form completion and documentation
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and assist with light setup tasks
• Bilingual (Spanish/English or other languages) strongly preferred
🌟 Work Conditions
• Job Type: Part-time, Seasonal
• Hours: 20–25 per week
• Work Location: In-person
• Schedule: Flexible, based on community event needs
If you’re energized by face-to-face engagement, motivated by mission-driven work, and thrive in fast-paced environments where every conversation can make a difference—this role is for you.
📩 Interested or know someone who would be a great fit? Apply or reach out directly.
Salary : $18 - $22