Assistant Manager of Events (Full-Time)

Richmond SPCA•Richmond, VA

5d•$44,500 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Richmond SPCA is a non-profit organization dedicated to animal welfare, aiming to create a community committed to saving, protecting, and enriching animal lives. They focus on education and resources to achieve a no-kill community, rescuing and rehabilitating approximately 4,000 animals annually and providing programs to keep pets in homes. Their values include collaboration, creativity, honesty, inclusion, and respect. The Assistant Manager of Events works with the Manager of Events to plan, organize, and execute fundraising, community engagement, and mission-driven events, including major traditions like the Fur Ball and Dog Jog. The role requires creativity, drive, attention to detail, and the ability to bring people together for a good cause.

Requirements

Alignment with the Richmond SPCA’s mission and values, including promoting pet adoption, spaying/neutering, and utilizing positive reinforcement training methods.
Effective, professional, and empathetic communication (written and verbal) with the public, volunteers, and employees.
Ability to multi-task, follow directions, and adapt to changing demands with excellent attention to detail.
High emotional intelligence and ability to react to change productively.
Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Punctual, reliable, deadline-driven with excellent time management skills.
Strong work ethic, resourcefulness, and a “can-do” attitude.
Creative and strategic thinking abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft 365 suite, Canva).
Availability to work weekdays, weekends, and evenings dependent on event-related needs.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for offsite events and meetings.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with event management software and constituent relationship management systems.

Responsibilities

Support the Manager of Events in overseeing all aspects of signature and non-signature event planning and execution, from concept to post-event evaluation.
Collaborate with the Manager of Events to develop and implement a comprehensive non-signature event strategy aligned with fundraising and community engagement goals.
Continuously innovate and improve existing non-signature events to ensure relevance, engagement, and impact.
Coordinate signature event committee meetings.
Assist with marketing efforts for the Dog Jog, 5K, and Block Party, including participant registration, event promotion, and raffle sales, in coordination with the Manager of Events and Communications team.
Assist the Manager of Events in coordinating event staffing needs for the Dog Jog, 5K, and Block Party, in partnership with People Operations and the Volunteer Management Team.
Process, enter, and acknowledge event-related donations, ticketing, registrations, raffle ticket purchases, and sponsorship pledges/payments accurately within a week of receipt.
Track and fulfill marketing benefits and provide accurate invoices for event sponsorships.
Manage signature event raffles.
Assist with the redemption process for prize and auction packages for signature fundraising events.
Help maintain the integrity of event donor and gift data collected through various platforms.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Access to Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital (low-cost).
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary (employee-paid) benefits including accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance (for employees averaging 15+ hours/week).
401(k) retirement plan (for employees averaging 20+ hours/week).
Paid wellness leave (for employees averaging 20+ hours/week).
Insurance benefits including medical, dental, and vision (for full-time employees).
Life insurance (for full-time employees).
Short-term and long-term disability (for full-time employees).
Paid personal leave (for full-time employees).
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Opportunity to bring pet to work (if approved).