Job Description

Apply now: Events Coordinator, location is Hybrid in Washignton, D.C 20001. The start date is June 2026 for this contract position.

Job Title: Events Coordinator

Location-Type: Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, D.C 20001 (Hybrid - Wednesday & Thursday Onsite)

Hours: Part Time Hours to start (16-20hrs a week minimum) then transitions to Full Time Hours (40hrs a week)

Start Date: June 2026

Duration: Contract (6 Months with option to convert)

W2 Pay Rate Range: $20/hr – $30/hr

Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship .

Job Description:

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of executive-level and school-wide events while delivering a high-touch customer service experience to internal and external stakeholders.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Coordinate logistics for events including receptions, dinners, conferences, seminars, and multi-day programming
• Support attendee management, scheduling, room setup, communications, and vendor coordination
• Assist with onsite event execution, troubleshooting, and stakeholder support
• Maintain event documentation, timelines, and operational tracking
• Manage data entry and logistics within Cvent and related administrative systems
• Coordinate travel-related logistics and act as liaison with travel vendors
• Partner with the Events Manager and stakeholders to improve operational workflows and event scalability
• Provide white-glove customer service to executive-level stakeholders and guests
• Support administrative tasks tied to event operations and communications

Requirements:

• Must-Have Skills/Experiences:
  • 2 years of experience in event coordination, hospitality, administrative support, customer service, or related environments
  • Experience supporting events from planning through execution
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Experience coordinating logistics, scheduling, communications, or operational support
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong customer service and stakeholder management experience
  • Comfortable supporting executive-level stakeholders and VIP guests
  • Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to travel between Washington, DC and Baltimore for major events
  • Familiarity with Cvent or similar event management systems preferred
• Nice-to-Have Skills/Experiences (NOT required, but a plus!) :
  • Experience supporting events in higher education, nonprofit, or professional services environments
  • Experience with operational process improvement or event scalability initiatives
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Prior exposure to executive-level events, leadership seminars, or conferences

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time

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