Work for a nonprofit organization where our mission is to create possibilities by empowering people with disabilities to achieve their highest potential! Turnstone is the largest organization in the nation that offers the most comprehensive services under one roof. We are rapidly growing and looking for passionate, creative and motivated employees to join our team!

The Event Specialist is responsible for the planning, coordination and implementation of the agency’s fundraising and internal events. Additionally, the Event Specialist is responsible for developing corporate sponsorships and engagement programs through Turnstone events. We are looking for someone who is organized, personable, and passionate about the Turnstone mission. This position is an exempt, 40-hour per week position with some work-from-home flexibility.

The essential functions of the Event Specialist position include but are not limited to:

• Being responsible for the project management and execution of all agency fundraising events, including event budget management, sponsorship, in-kind donations, coordination of communication plans for events, and event management during the event.
• Managing and coordinating volunteer committees for fundraising special events. This includes preparing committee communications, agendas, and minutes. Additionally, the Event Specialist may recruit committee members through sponsorship engagement opportunities at workplaces.
• Developing and implementing fundraising events as approved by volunteer committees and Board of Directors, including the Board of Directors’ Gala, Casino Night, Center Stage and other Turnstone signature events.
• Researching, preparing, and submitting sponsorship requests to achieve annual fund drive budgeted goals in event sponsorships, as well as supporting corporate partnership efforts and special projects.
• Ensuring sponsorship proposals reflect the value of the corporate partner’s investment by working together with the Marketing department to adequately reflect sponsorship benefits and audience exposure.
• Developing and maintaining a sponsorship tracking process for adequate records, managing sponsorship benefit requirements, and helping achieve budget sponsorship goals.
• Researching, cultivating, and actively seeking local sponsors and companies for special event sponsorship and in-kind item donations. It is expected that the Event Specialist will set agreed-upon monthly goals for making requests to corporate sponsors.
• Serving as the key liaison with staff, volunteers and vendors on sponsor and special event related matters.
• Identifying innovative ways to thank and recognize the sponsors who participate in, or contribute to, any fundraising event for Turnstone. Written thank you letters will be executed by the Development Data Specialist, but it is expected that the Event Specialist provide that information and fundraising activity for each event as required. Additionally, electronic acknowledgements will be coordinated through the Development Project Manager.
• Participating in continuing education to keep informed of new developments and resources related to the job function. Completing all agency mandatory in services and competency testing annually.
• Serving as a member of the agency development team. Participating in and / or facilitating related committees and meetings. Ensuring and supporting decision making relevant to Turnstone’s mission, vision and strategic plan.
• Participating in community and Turnstone activities.
• Completing other related tasks as assigned.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills needed to work cooperatively with the media, volunteers, board members, donors, staff members, and the general public
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and plan
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to use the agency software and office equipment to maintain event, sponsor and donor records

Schedule & Work Environment

• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
• Some flexibility may be needed when preparing for, hosting and attending events
• Work-from-home flexibility is available upon supervisor approval
• Will spend time both at a desk and moving around the facility for events

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or three years of experience in event planning, project management and/or corporate sponsorships.

Full-Time Turnstone employees receive the following benefits:

• 12 paid holidays
• 8 paid sick days and 2 personal days after 90 days
• Paid vacation time – 1 week after 6 months, 2 weeks after 1 year
• Employer-sponsored life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Health, dental and vison insurance offerings
• Health Saving Account (HSA) offering
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Employer-sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Free on-site fitness membership including our fitness center, pool, & track
• 35% discount for our on-site childcare program (based on availability)
• 50% discount for our sports and recreation programs
• Eligibility for public service loan forgiveness (after waiting period)
• Supplemental insurance offerings (employee-paid)
• 529 plan payroll deduction available (employee-paid)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person