Events Associate

The Summit Church•Durham, NC

About The Position

The Guest Services & Events (GSE) team exists to cultivate guest-friendly, gospel-centered environments across all Summit campuses. Whether we’re welcoming thousands to a church-wide experience or walking a brand-new volunteer through their first steps, people are always the mission. The Events Associate plays a critical systems role on the GSE team. This part-time position focuses on (1) managing and improving the church-wide events warehouse and resourcing process, and (2) collaborating with the GSE team to create excellent environments for medium- and large-scale church-wide events. This role blends hands-on logistical work with people-focused ministry support to ensure every event reflects excellence, hospitality, and intentionality.

Requirements

A balanced combination of people skills and administrative ability.
Strong organizational habits, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), Asana, Slack, and similar tools.
Project-management mindset with the ability to juggle multiple timelines.
Comfortable working in warehouse environments and completing light physical tasks (lifting up to 30 pounds, climbing ladders, moving carts, organizing inventory).
A committed member of The Summit Church (or willing and able to become one).
Present for weekly team meetings and monthly director meetings, plus other meetings as required.
Available for occasional evening and weekend events and selected weekend services (never exceeding an average of 20 hours per week).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead the full management of the central events warehouse, including inventory tracking, organization, and asset stewardship.
Rebuild and/or reinvent the current warehouse management system, establishing sustainable processes for the long term
Serve as a living resource for event owners by advising on equipment, event needs, and available assets.
Fulfill resourcing requests: pull items, prep for pickup, track usage, restock items post-event, and communicate with event owners throughout.
Partner with permanent campus locations to maintain accurate inventories of campus event closets.
Coordinate resourcing for campus-specific special events (e.g., Deck the Halls, campus gatherings, family worship nights).
Collaborate with the Events Director and GSE team to create excellent environments for church-wide events and initiatives.
Take ownership of a small portfolio of events or environments, serving as the point leader for planning, preparation, execution, and teardown. (Examples: Regional Night of Prayer, a campus launch, or Volunteer Headquarters at a large event.
Ensure all systems and event processes meet high standards for clarity, quality, and consistency.
Assist the GSE team with event intake, client communication, and external event management.
Provide additional support during peak ministry seasons.