Events Coordinator

BRAZOS VALLEY SCHOOLS CREDIT UNION•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Events Coordinator contributes to the development and implementation of the Credit Union’s marketing event plan and performs creative and support duties related to marketing events and presentations. The role coordinates internal and external events, supports financial literacy programming and youth activities, represents the Credit Union at community functions, and helps maintain relationships with business and school-community leaders. The position is based at the Katy Administration Office in Katy, Texas, with work also performed off site at designated locations as needed. The role requires regular full-time hours, with schedule flexibility for early mornings, evenings, and some weekends, as well as job-related driving.

Requirements

High school education or GED.
Ability to manage projects through to completion.
Proficient problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work regular full-time hours, with flexibility for early mornings, evenings, and some weekends.
Ability to work on site or off site at designated locations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle for job-related travel and a valid Texas driver’s license.
Ability to speak to groups of all sizes in a professional and precise manner.
Ability to communicate with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy and model exemplary member service.
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office software applications.
Must be bondable.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods (6 to 7 hours per day), view a computer screen, use a keyboard, manipulate a mouse, perform repetitive hand/wrist motions, operate office machinery, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Event-planning or related public-speaking experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate special events and their implementation, including the Annual Meeting, Teacher of the Year, Christmas Party, picnic, Chamber events, and school orientations.
Create and manage outside Credit Union events and activities, including seminars, financial literacy events, and reality fairs.
Identify upcoming event opportunities, trends, and fresh approaches.
Maintain the special-events inventory, related supplies, and customized or personalized gift items.
Maintain a calendar of BVSCU community events and coordinate employee participation.
Represent the Credit Union as a public speaker at events of various sizes, including events with more than 200 attendees.
Track and report volunteer hours.
Develop and maintain relationships with key leaders in the business community and school districts.
Monitor community trends and recommend additions to or changes in the Community Events calendar.
Attend school and community functions with MDRs as needed.
Assist with continued development of the financial literacy program, including interactive presentations, home-buying information, and reality fairs, as needed.
Coordinate youth club activities.
Assist with report card cover and calendar deliveries as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Use diplomacy, composure, a positive attitude, problem-solving, good judgment, discretion, and initiative in carrying out the role.

Benefits

Annual paid time off.
Quarterly performance reviews.
Annual compensation review.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including medical PPO, dental PPO, and vision plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement plan with a 100% employer match on contributions up to 6% of base income.
Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
Voluntary additional life insurance for employees and dependents, hospitalization insurance, critical illness insurance, pre-paid legal services, and identity protection.
Ongoing leadership training and development.
Career path and succession planning.
Community volunteer opportunities.
Employee scholarships.
AAA discount.
Discount tickets to events and travel.