Temporary Associate, Centralized Support Team

National Multiple Sclerosis Society • Denver, CO

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Temporary Associate, Centralized Support Team (CST) supports the successful production of 103 Walk MS events that are not supported by outsourced production companies. The role provides centralized event logistics, procurement, and operational support to promote consistency, efficiency, and cost control across the national Walk MS campaign. Working with Event Leads, Endurance and Community Event staff, and Event Production teams, the associate manages event logistics, vendor coordination, and financial tracking from planning through post-event wrap-up.

This is a remote, temporary position with an expected end date in late May 2027. The position is expected to start on either December 7, 2026, or January 19, 2027. The Society is seeking up to four temporary team members. The estimated compensation range is $23–$25 per hour; final offers may vary based on geographic location, career experience, and other factors. Temporary employees scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for medical, flexible spending, and commuter benefits.

Requirements

• 2–3+ years of event production experience, including 1–2 full seasons in an event lifecycle position.
• Experience planning and coordinating events, including logistics, budgeting, communication, and safety measures.
• Experience supporting team leads in organizing and guiding event teams through planning and execution.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities while staying organized and focused on team goals.
• Ability to work closely with team members to support event delivery and operational activities.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and challenges while maintaining a positive and productive approach.
• Clear, professional communication with team members and partners.
• Ability to collect and review data to evaluate event success and suggest improvements.
• Attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with team members while working remotely.

Responsibilities

• Submit vendor and supply invoices for payment and track them in the budget tracker.
• Monitor and manage payment and tracking for assigned Walk MS Chapter budgets to support compliance with FY26 expectations.
• Produce and maintain the CST Event Manual template, linking applicable materials, including OESM.
• Create route maps and site layout maps after receiving change submissions from Local Event Leads.
• Secure and confirm vendors for event rentals, equipment, sanitation, A/V, entertainment, staging, and labor.
• Finalize vendor confirmations before event execution.
• Secure paid medics when required by permitting and hire venue security when needed and not covered by existing contracts.
• Send background-check emails to staff and follow up as needed.
• Arrange lodging for staff and volunteers and order vehicle rentals for them.
• Order centralized event items, participant and staff shirts, and new event signage.
• Secure a coffee vendor when in-kind donations are unavailable; determine food, beverage, and ice needs and place orders.
• Send post-event surveys and staff expense emails.
• Assist with invoice processing, reporting, and feedback collection after events.
• Implement centrally produced tools and resources to create a consistent event experience across the organization.
• Perform additional centralized event-production tasks and contribute to special projects that may benefit other events or improve processes for the Regional Event Production Team and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical benefits for temporary employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more.
• Flexible spending benefits for temporary employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more.
• Commuter benefits for temporary employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more.
• Mission-focused team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed