Event Planner Assistant Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Description

EFCU Financial isn't just a great place to work - it's a place where you can create meaningful impact. As one of the Best Places to Work in the Greater Baton Rouge Area, we are driven by our core values of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and service. These values guide everything we do from empowering our members to uplifting our community and supporting one another as a team.  

When you join EFCU Financial, you're not simply starting a job. You're stepping into a mission-focused environment where helping people achieve financial freedom, build brighter futures, and find peace of mind is at the heart of every interaction. Every conversation you have, every solution you provide, and every idea you share contributes to making a real difference. 

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; a 401(k) with employer contributions; short- and long-term disability; life insurance; an HSA; pet insurance; team member loan discounts; incentive plans; an employee referral program; and service awards recognizing your dedication. 

The Assistant Vice President of Community Impact will lead EFCU Financial's engagement strategy by building meaningful community partnerships, advancing financial literacy, growing youth and young adult engagement, and expanding the impact of the EFCU Financial Foundation. This role connects the credit union's mission to real community needs by managing Foundation's scholarship and grant programs, directing philanthropic initiatives and charitable giving. This position will also be responsible for strengthening relationships with schools, civic organizations, local stakeholders, and representing EFCU Financial at events that deepen awareness of our products, services, and commitment to people helping people. 

Why this role matters: This position is ideal for a relationship-builder who wants to turn community engagement into measurable impact. The role offers visibility across the organization, hands-on leadership of the EFCU Financial Foundation, ownership of youth and young adult outreach, and the opportunity to represent a purpose-driven credit union in the communities we serve.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Represent EFCU Financial throughout the community by attending civic and trade functions, events with schools and other learning institutions, networking and volunteering to promote the credit union's image as a community partner, involving team members as appropriate to broaden EFCU's presence within the community.
2. Actively seek and develop new opportunities to expand the credit union's presence and member base through impactful community involvement to increase awareness of the credit union's products, services, and mission. 
3. Manage the credit union's community sponsorship opportunities and work with the marketing team to provide materials and promotional items. Coordinate team member participation at sponsored events.
4. Develop and implement youth and young adult engagement programs that expand EFCU Financial's reach with students, early-career professionals, and emerging member segments through relevant partnerships, financial education initiatives, campus and community outreach, and creative campaigns that connect with younger audiences.
5. Create and deliver engaging presentations, workshops, and community experiences that promote EFCU Financial's mission, products, services, and financial literacy resources at civic events, sponsored events, schools, universities, and other community settings.
6. Coordinate efforts with the marketing team for community and partner activities including event planning, event staffing, and development of support materials. 
7. Provide feedback to Marketing Department regarding sponsor group or member concerns, quality issues and product acceptance. Recommend solutions to problems, product enhancements and operational changes when applicable. 
8. Lead and manage all aspects of the EFCU Financial Foundation, programs including foundation operations, scholarships and grant programs, charitable giving initiatives, the promotion of and regular reporting and communication with the Foundation's Board of Directors.
9. Communicate all event information internally. Submit end-of-month events summary to Chief Marketing Officer.
10. Manage the monthly Employee Giving campaign and all other donation requests.
11. Provide support and assist with marketing initiatives as needed.
12. Any other duty as assigned or required in connection with the general operation of the credit union.

Salary Range starting between $63,919.99 - $79,899.99 based on experience.

Requirements

Critical Knowledge, Skills, and Educational Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in community relations. Experience in credit union or banking environment preferred. 
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, marketing, or related field.  
• Proven track record of managing community relations or community outreach programs. Strong presentation and public speaking abilities are required.
• Knowledge of credit union operations, procedures, products, and services preferred.
• Knowledge of financial wellness best practices preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills with the ability to connect authentically with students, educators, community leaders, nonprofit partners, members, and team members across diverse audiences.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to create clear, accurate, and engaging communications for community partners, schools, team members, foundation stakeholders, and public-facing audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and comfortable using digital tools to organize events, prepare presentations, track outreach activities, and communicate with internal and external partners.
• Ability to take initiative, manage responsibilities with good judgment, and work independently or collaboratively based on the needs of the project, event, or community partnership.
• Flexibility to deal with unexpected events and schedule changes.  
• Able to attend meetings and events that may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, initiative, and tact in dealing with the community, members, and team members. 
• Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision. 
• Capacity to manage many responsibilities simultaneously. 
• Must pass all credit and bond requirements.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Normal office environment where there is little discomfort or exposure to hazards due to temperature, dust, noise, etc.
• While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to walk; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms.
• The team member consistently is required to stand and sit, view computer screen, talk and hear, and at times may lift/move up to 10 pounds.