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Ioaging

Community Events Coordinator

San Francisco, CA

$84K - $93K/yr

Collaborate with Support @ Home and Companioa program leaders to develop event marketing materials and maintain adequate supply of promotional items for appearances at conferences and community ...

Outpost

Community Events Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Community Events Manager Location: Playa Vista, CA (in-person, 5 days/week) The return lane isn't ... You'll run multiple event programs end-to-end-ranging from employee engagement and HQ moments to ...

Outpost

Community Events Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Community Events Manager Location:  Playa Vista, CA (in-person, 5 days/week) The return lane isn ... Own event execution end-to-end:  timelines, budgets, vendor sourcing, contracts, logistics ...

Outpost

Community Events Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Community Events Manager Location: Playa Vista, CA (in-person, 5 days/week) The return lane isn't ... You'll run multiple event programs end-to-end-ranging from employee engagement and HQ moments to ...

HeyGen

Community Events Marketing

San Francisco, CA

$25 - $35/hr

... community and drive pipeline growth among creators, founders, enterprises, and startups. We're ... Own the event project and event campaign plan from kickoff to wrap - build and maintain timelines ...

HeyGen

Community Events Marketing

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... community and drive pipeline growth among creators, founders, enterprises, and startups. We're ... Own the event project and event campaign plan from kickoff to wrap - build and maintain timelines ...

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What is the difference between Community Event vs Community Organizer?

AspectCommunity EventCommunity Organizer
CredentialsMay require event planning certifications or experienceOften requires community engagement or nonprofit certifications
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, community centers, outdoor spacesOffices, community centers, outreach locations
Employer & IndustryEvent planning companies, nonprofits, local governmentsNonprofits, advocacy groups, local agencies
Search & Comparison IntentPlanning or attending community eventsOrganizing or managing community initiatives

While both roles focus on community engagement, a Community Event typically involves planning and executing specific events, whereas a Community Organizer focuses on building relationships and mobilizing community members for ongoing initiatives.

What are some common challenges faced by community event coordinators, and how can they be overcome?

Community event coordinators often face challenges such as managing tight budgets, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring strong attendance. To address these, it's important to develop clear communication channels, build strong relationships with local partners, and create detailed project plans. Flexibility and problem-solving skills are also crucial, as unexpected issues like weather changes or last-minute cancellations can arise. By being proactive and resourceful, coordinators can deliver successful and impactful events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community event coordinator?

To thrive as a Community Event Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in event planning, and often a background in communications or public relations. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and social media platforms is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to problem-solve under pressure help individuals stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring events run smoothly, engage community members, and achieve organizational objectives.

What is a community event?

Community events are organized gatherings that bring people together within a neighborhood, town, or group to foster social connections, celebrate local culture, or address shared interests and issues. These events can include festivals, fairs, workshops, fundraisers, volunteer activities, and public meetings. They aim to strengthen community bonds, encourage participation, and enhance the overall well-being of the area. Community events are often hosted by local organizations, governments, or residents and are usually open to the public.
What are the most commonly searched types of Community Event jobs in California? The most popular types of Community Event jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Community Event jobs? Cities in California with the most Community Event job openings:
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Infographic showing various Community Event job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Community Event & Partner Specialist

Provident Credit Union

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$27.50 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Community Event and Partner Specialist (Redwood City, CA)
Job Summary:
As the Community Event and Partner Specialist you will lead Provident's community involvement strategy by participating in local events that drive business to our branch locations and help build the Provident brand in the communities that we serve. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring you to handle all event logistics from ensuring staffing by branch personnel, event set-up and takedown, engaging with consumers at events, and promoting Provident's products and services. You will also engage with the Marketing Operations team to evaluate each event for effectiveness and create new product promotions that help Provident reach its annual goals.
Why Provident?
Provident Credit Union was established in 1950, and we rank among the top 10% of credit unions in the US. We believe having a culture that is accepting, supportive, diverse, and inclusive makes us all better. Provident has been a Bay Area "Top Workplace" since 2017, and our employees rank us on Glassdoor as one of the best credit unions in the nation.
Our values are:
  • Listen
  • Get Better
  • Do What's Right

Key Responsibilities:
Event & Partner Identification - Identify existing local community events that are located near Provident branch locations which, through our participation, will help drive new business and build the Provident brand reputation. Identify new community organizations that we can partner with to help increase financial education through our Enrich program.
Event Logistics & Execution - Recruit branch staff members who are knowledgeable in Provident's products and services and are willing to engage with local members of the community. Execute the Provident community event set-up and takedown procedures. Willing to work weekend festivals & community events
Performance reporting - Measure and communicate the effectiveness of each event in terms of new account opening and engagement with the local community.
Product Knowledge - Become an expert in Provident's products and services and be able to communicate the features and benefits to members of the community.
Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field required.
  • Experience: Prior Sales Experience - 1 to 2 years. Working knowledge of Marketing and Advertising concepts.
  • Technical Skills: Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and integrate diverse organizational functions while motivating others to achieve corporate goals and meet member needs. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
  • Event Management: Strong organization & time management skills with the ability to multi-task& adjust priorities as required.
  • Innovative & Strategic: Comfortable with creating new partnerships with local community-oriented partners and develop new marketing ideas at large format marketing partners.

Benefits you will enjoy:
  • Quality medical, dental and vision care coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 150% matching employer contributions
  • Strong commitment to investing in your career and educational advancement by offering up to 100% Tuition reimbursement for approved courses
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Provident membership
  • Rate discount on home and auto loans
  • In-house training
  • Opportunity to use company owned condo in Maui and Lake Tahoe

Compensation:
Pay Grade is P1. This position is eligible for our twice a year discretionary bonus.
Targeted Base Pay: $27.50 - $32.00 / hour USD
Provident is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are a winner of the Bay Area News Group Top Work Place in 2018 - 2026. Check us out on Glassdoor

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