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Community Events Manager Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Manager, Development

Bentonville, AR · On-site

$49K - $59K/yr

As a Development Manager you'll be responsible for generating revenue through the Walk to Defeat ... Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services. * In ...

Manager, Development

Bentonville, AR · On-site

$49K - $59K/yr

As a Development Manager you'll be responsible for generating revenue through the Walk to Defeat ... Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services. * In ...

This role manages marketing campaigns, community outreach, digital communications, and event programming while ensuring alignment with the mission and growth goals of the school. A significant focus ...

This role manages marketing campaigns, community outreach, digital communications, and event programming while ensuring alignment with the mission and growth goals of the school. A significant focus ...

This position is a dynamic business manager, community leader and expert in maintaining thriving ... events, work order management, turnover, hiring and developing staff with a customer experience ...

This position is a dynamic business manager, community leader and expert in maintaining thriving ... events, work order management, turnover, hiring and developing staff with a customer experience ...

... communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and ... The Summer Intern will assist the Events Manager and Napa Institute team with event coordination ...

General Manager Our mantra is simple -- love. Love what you do. Love where you live. Love the ... Expert in using marketing techniques and social media to promote community and its events * Strong ...

General Manager Our mantra is simple -- love. Love what you do. Love where you live. Love the ... Expert in using marketing techniques and social media to promote community and its events * Strong ...

... community events to generate qualified leads for our talented sales team. Responsible for exceeding issued lead targets and goals administered by the Event Marketing Manager. * Interact with ...

This role will build and manage relationships with developers, maintain and grow open-source ... Support open-source events, hackathons, and conferences with real-time community engagement * Stay ...

Marketing Director

Maumelle, AR · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Attend community events and produce live and on-site marketing content.Partner with Regional Directors, Community Managers, and corporate leadership to support leasing initiatives and community ...

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How much do community events manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for community events manager in Arkansas is $48,736.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,900.00 and $55,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Events Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Events ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant experience, certifications in event planning or community engagementSimilar certifications, often entry-level or specialized in event planning
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, non-profits, local governmentHotels, conference centers, corporate venues
Employer & IndustryNon-profits, government agencies, community organizationsPrivate companies, event planning firms, hospitality industry

While both roles involve planning and executing events, the Community Events Manager focuses on engaging with community groups and managing events that promote community development. The Event Coordinator typically handles logistics for various types of events, often in a corporate or hospitality setting. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Community Events jobs in Arkansas? The most popular types of Community Events jobs in Arkansas are:
Infographic showing various Community Events Manager job openings in Arkansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,736 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Manager, Development

The ALS Association

Bentonville, AR • On-site

$49K - $59K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The mission of the ALS Association is to make ALS livable and cure it. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website atwww.als.org
*This is a remote position serving communities across the state of Arkansas. Preference will be given to candidates residing in Northwest Arkansas. Regular travel throughout the state and surrounding areas will be required*
POSITON SUMMARY:
The ALS Association is seeking an energetic, mission-driven professional to manage our Walk to Defeat ALS® events and other revenue-producing opportunities. As a Development Manager you'll be responsible for generating revenue through the Walk to Defeat ALS® program, community events, major and individual gifts, grants, as well as supporting statewide Distinguished Events and other responsibilities as required or requested. The territory for this position includes Arkansas and may include events in other states the territory serves. The position will focus on the engagement of constituents across the areas, building strong relationships that meet the needs of supporters while generating resources for programs and services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cultivate, develop, and manage event relationships to maximize fundraising and awareness through events/activities.
  • Lead all aspects of the revenue/fundraising events across the state to meet an income portfolio goal of $400,000; Walk to Defeat ALS® events, Endurance events, and Distinguished Events. Including but not limited to developing engagement and fundraising strategies that drive revenue, budget management, donation tracking, logistical planning, and execution.
  • Along with corporate and individual giving embedded staff, grow corporate partnership initiatives including prospecting, cultivation, developing custom proposals, securing commitments, stewardship, and retention.
  • Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services.
  • In collaboration with the Development team members, develop presentations, communication, fundraising materials for use in outreach activities.
  • Work closely with the Team Captains and participants to develop their personal and team fundraising plans by mentoring, coaching, and encouraging fundraising efforts.
  • Cultivate, develop and manage DIY event relationships to maximize fundraising and awareness through these events/activities.
  • Analyze fundraising data from assigned events to forecast revenue and surface areas of opportunity and challenge.
  • Assist in the creation of budgets for assigned events and oversee their management throughout the year while tracking donations to adequately steward gifts
  • Work in conjunction with the Marketing and Communications team to help execute all marketing communication efforts relating to local and community events in the respective region.
  • Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
  • Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
  • Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval.
  • Work with the development team to manage event logistics, communications, and collateral.
  • Manage the Convio database, Team Raiser, Salesforce, and Greater Giving platform to track financial progress.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Minimum 2-5 years of development, sales or fundraising experience, required.
  • Experience in planning, leading, and managing development events, including coordinating with volunteers for desired results
  • Outstanding communication skills, articulate and persuasive, with well-honed relationship building skills
  • Organized with effective prioritization and attention to detail
  • Flexible, adaptable, with an ability to effectively work in teams
  • Understands and implements an integrated fundraising/development approach to best advance the mission
  • Proven and impactful experience in special event fundraising (Walk preferred); experience and ability to recruit and secure corporate sponsors and teams
  • Great relationship and interpersonal skills; loves working with people and proven ability to build and manage relationships that help advance an organization's mission through fundraising and donations
  • Goal-oriented and high degree of self-initiative, motivation, and discipline
  • Strong computer/technology skills, including MS Office, database management, and other web-based software programs
  • The ability to travel up to 25% of the time and work occasional nights and weekends for Association business and events
  • Must have own transportation and valid driver's license and personal auto insurance.
  • Ability to occasionally bend, lift and carry equipment and other materials (up to 30 pounds).

PAY TRANSPARENCY:
The ALS Association's pay range for this position is $49,440 - $59,196 annually.
The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties/requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer.
The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email onlineaccommodations@alsa-national.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.