Community Events Assistant

Salary Range:

$25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Position Location

12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191 

This is a hybrid remote position requiring a minimum of three onsite days per week at our Reston Association headquarters, beginning after 90 days of employment. While we value the flexibility that hybrid work offers, please note that these arrangements are guided by business needs and may evolve over time.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? At Reston Association (RA), we’re committed to enhancing the quality of life for Reston residents through outstanding programs, exceptional services, and dedicated stewardship of the community’s natural and recreational resources. As the community's steward, RA is responsible for maintaining the quality of life in Reston, chiefly by caring for and administering the community's most precious asset - its real property. 

At RA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are actively seeking a Community Events Assistant to join our team! The primary function of this position is to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community events and volunteer programs that enrich the lives of our members and strengthen our organizational mission. This role collaborates across departments to deliver engaging experiences and meaningful volunteer opportunities throughout the year.

The Community Events Assistant will be responsible for coordinating events for children, adults, families, and special interest groups, supporting volunteer engagement, and ensuring smooth operations through effective communication, planning, and execution. This position also assists with marketing efforts, vendor coordination, budget tracking, assists with recruitment of potential sponsorship, and data management. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, organization, and a passion for community-building to every aspect of their work. 

This position offers 30 – 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday with occasional evenings and weekends. These hours depend on operational events’ needs and are subject to change. 

 What You’ll Bring

• Age 18 and up.
• Four-year college degree and two years or more of event coordination experience or four years of event coordination experience. 
• An event portfolio curated with past work, and the ability to provide it during screening. 
• Strong planning and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, customer and administrative service skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience working with volunteers and organizing community events.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Positive, creative attitude and commitment to RA’s mission and vision.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record. 
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed. 

What You Can Expect From Reston Association

At RA, we are leading the model community where all can Live, Work, Play and Get Involved, and we strive to preserve and enhance the Reston community through outstanding leadership, service and stewardship of our resources. Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership guide everything we do, and we are proud to provide a workplace in which everyone is treated as an individual with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and always endeavors to provide an atmosphere that exceeds member expectations and engages collaboration and communication.

If you are passionate about a workplace that is dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and advancing community while at the same time creating a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or state as an individual with a disability.

Compensation

At RA, base salary serves as just one element of our comprehensive total rewards package. The salary range provided reflects the full scope of potential base compensation, but factors such as relevant experience, skills, and qualifications will play a crucial role in determining the final offer.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer an extensive array of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. 

 Our offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability coverage 
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and federal holidays
• Employe Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional Legal Resources, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance
• Free recreation passes for employees and their dependents. 
• Discounted fees for all Recreation Programs and Camp Programs. 
• Discounts in the RA Tennis and Pickleball Pro Shop
• Free electric car charging on-site 

We are dedicated to promoting a welcoming and rewarding workplace where all employees can thrive and feel valued. Your growth and success are important to us, and we strive to provide the resources and support necessary for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Applicants should be aware that interviews may be conducted in advance, but the selected candidate will begin employment in January 2026.