Senior Events Coordinator

This Senior Events Coordinator position is a 4+ month temporary assignment with potential to convert to permanent in Cambridge, MA. The role is 100% onsite for the first two months, with 1 remote day available after two months, and offers free parking. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Pay is $28-$32/hour, depending on experience, with a potential permanent salary of $60,000-$70,000. The employer is a historic nonprofit cultural organization focused on nature, art, remembrance, education, and community programming. The role supports the planning and execution of public, private, advancement, and signature events. Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and execute public, private, advancement, and seasonal events from concept through completion. Manage event logistics including timelines, budgets, registration, ticketing, staffing, vendors, communications, and day-of execution. Coordinate multiple events and competing priorities while maintaining a positive guest experience. Manage event registration and ticketing, including setup, pricing, capacity, attendee communications, and tracking. Oversee site logistics including space planning, setup/breakdown, parking, accessibility, signage, equipment, furniture, and weather contingencies. Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure smooth event execution. Develop run-of-show documents, event scripts, operational plans, and standardized event materials. Provide administrative support including calendar management, meeting coordination, agendas, and meeting notes. Manage and support event platforms and communications tools, including Eventbrite and Constant Contact. Create and edit event descriptions, invitations, promotional copy, email campaigns, signage, and attendee communications. Maintain event listings and registration information across digital platforms. Support the planning and execution of a major month-long December event running December 3-31. Candidate Qualifications 3+ years of professional event coordination experience required, ideally within a nonprofit, cultural, or mission-driven organization. Strong organizational skills with experience managing complex schedules, multiple events, and competing priorities. Hands-on experience with event registration and ticketing processes. Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Eventbrite, Constant Contact, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms is a plus. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an outgoing, friendly, and professional demeanor. Comfortable coordinating and communicating with multiple vendors and internal stakeholders. Highly self-motivated and able to take initiative and work independently. Creative problem solver who remains calm and flexible under pressure. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events. Must be available throughout December, particularly for the month-long event running December 3-31. Qualified candidates encouraged to apply for immediate consideration. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. 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