Rural Program Coordinator

Springboard for the Arts • Fergus Falls, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Springboard for the Arts is seeking a Rural Program Coordinator to support the planning, execution, and logistics of their events and programs in Fergus Falls and Otter Tail County, with occasional support for statewide or national programming. This role ensures activities are well-organized, inclusive, and accessible, upholding values of hospitality, consistency, and community care. Key areas of support include coordinating logistics for visiting artists, assisting with the annual Rural Futures Summit, and supporting the annual Rural Regenerator Fellowship retreat, along with other rural program activities. This is an in-person position based in Fergus Falls, requiring regular on-site work for daily operations, events, and community engagement. Occasional evening, weekend, and regional travel is also expected.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in event and project coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using event registration systems, virtual platforms (Zoom), and project management tools (Google Suite, Canva, Formstack, Customer Relationship Management systems, Dropbox).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to be present for an in-office schedule and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends per event schedule; reliable transportation desired.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the rural arts community is preferred; practicing artists are encouraged to apply.
• Highly relational and energized by making things run smoothly.
• Organized, resourceful, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Engaging and able to communicate effectively with artists, vendors, and community partners.
• Empathetic, patient, steady, and able to navigate dynamic event environments.
• Experience with accessibility strategies to support inclusive participation and accessible event design.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute in-person and virtual events and workshops, including artist bookings, venue logistics, vendor coordination and staffing/volunteer oversight.
• Oversee event execution, ensuring smooth operations, hospitality, and troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Perform physical tasks, such as setting up event spaces.
• Work occasional evenings and weekends, and occasional regional travel.
• Assist Rural Program Manager with day to day operations in Fergus Falls, including regularly scheduled staffing of the front desk.
• Support visiting artists with check-in procedures and orientation.
• Field general questions from artists and the public and direct to appropriate program staff.
• Support connections between Springboard, artists, and community partners.
• Actively listen for trends and emerging needs within the community to inform future programming.
• Participate actively in team and organizational meetings and assignments.
• Engage in continuous professional development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health insurance options available for employees and 50% employer-paid for family members
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance for employee
• 403(b) with 5% employer contribution match
• Paid time off, which includes: sick and safe time, vacation, holidays, and week-long summer and winter breaks.
• Flexible work environment based on role and priorities set with supervisor
• Professional development opportunities and allowance
• Creative, artist-led work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed