Marketing & Events Specialist

Metrocrest Services • Carrollton, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Metrocrest Services is seeking a Marketing & Events Specialist to support fundraising, donor engagement, and promote agency initiatives. This role is crucial for the organization's growth and community impact. The position reports to the Marketing & Communications Director and requires in-person work, with occasional evening and weekend event attendance. Metrocrest Services focuses on empowering individuals for self-sufficiency and independence through a whole-household, Social Determinants of Health-aligned model across five pillars: Income, Health and Food, Workforce, Education/Training, and Housing. The organization emphasizes a 'Neighbors-First' approach, treating those served with dignity and a community-centered perspective.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in nonprofit marketing roles that included creating, managing, and growing social media channels.
• Proven experience planning and managing events for up to 1,000 people.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Canva.
• Ability to work in-person, Monday through Friday.
• Attendance at some evening and weekend events throughout the year may be required.
• Culturally humble and equity-minded.
• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to Metrocrest Services' mission.
• Leads with empathy, professionalism, and accountability.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Strategic and creative thinker with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Exercises sound judgment and professionalism under pressure.
• Results-oriented and data-informed.
• Highly organized project manager capable of coordinating multiple events, campaigns, vendors, volunteers, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong collaborator and relationship builder.
• Values continuous learning and innovation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms, content management systems, and graphic design tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A passion for the nonprofit sector and a genuine commitment to the organization's mission.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of fundraising software, donor databases, and digital marketing tools.
• Flexibility to address changes to project scope as they arise.
• Experience using mass mailing software, website design software, CRM software, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Bilingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Manage the logistics of the agency's signature events and assist with smaller events.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues.
• Plan event details including run of show, speakers, scripts, and guest lists.
• Manage events and address potential problems.
• Maintain a working knowledge of diverse event needs.
• Manage volunteers assisting with event planning and implementation.
• Provide marketing support for all agency events.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Director to implement marketing strategy.
• Analyze marketing efforts on an ongoing basis.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a social media content calendar.
• Produce compelling written and visual content, including donor, volunteer, and client stories.
• Produce compelling videos and graphics showcasing the organization's impact.
• Support the Marketing & Communications Director to ensure the organization's website is up-to-date.
• Maintain and promote a consistent brand identity across all communication channels.
• Act as a resource, providing marketing consultation to program staff and senior leaders.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time within the stipulated scope and budget.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies to identify opportunities and engage new partners.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical insurance through BCBSTX with employer contribution toward monthly premiums
• Employer-sponsored dental (Principal) and vision insurance
• Employer-paid group term life insurance (Principal)
• Employer-paid long-term disability (Principal)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching 1/2:1 (up to 6%)
• Generous paid time off package, including vacation, personal time off, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level