Temporary Meetings & Events Coordinator

National Association of Home Builders • Washington, DC

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Meetings & Events team at NAHB is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Meetings & Events Coordinator to support our team during a staff absence. The position is expected to run from April 8 through May 6 (approximately four weeks). This role is critical to maintain continuity across financial tracking, contracting, and event operations.

This is a temporary non-exempt position and is not eligible for benefits, except where required by law. Additionally, this position is expected to work on-site in the Washington, DC office three days per week in alignment with NAHB’s hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of administrative, coordination, or related experience required
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Ability and willingness to quickly learn internal systems for purchase orders, contracts, and expense reporting
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
• experience with Smartsheet is a plus

Responsibilities

• Process and file purchase orders; support expense tracking and reconciliation
• Submit contracts for internal review and approval status
• Maintain Smartsheets to track deliverables and timelines
• Track all expenditures and provide real-time budget updates
• Utilize Excel for data management and reporting
• Draft clear, professional written communications
• Provide general administrative support as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees