The Mission of Wellfleet Preservation Hall (WPH) is to create and nurture community connections. We imagine and generate year-round opportunities for the community to learn, grow, celebrate, and enjoy the Outer Cape, provide experiences for all generations and ethnicities, and support economic vitality through the promotion of arts and culture, and protect and preserve the Hall.
Job Title: Community Engagement & Events Coordinator
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Wellfleet, MA
FLSA Status: Full-time, or 2 part time positions
Salary range: 52,000-65,000 (pro-rated if part time)
The Mission of Wellfleet Preservation Hall (WPH) is to create and nurture community connections. We imagine, generate and support year-round opportunities for the community to learn, grow, celebrate, and enjoy the Outer Cape, provide experiences for all, and support economic vitality through the promotion of arts and culture. In doing so, we serve to preserve the Hall and plan for its future.
Position Overview
The Community Engagement & Events Coordinator will be responsible for:
End-to-end planning of special events
community & fundraising events
End-to-end planning of private events
weddings, memorials, parties
Recruiting & scheduling special & private event staff and volunteers.
Growing & maintaining volunteer database
Ensuring the facility is well maintained & operating smoothly
Working collaboratively with staff & community to execute successful events
Core Values
WPH is committed to serving the community and the right candidate will embrace and champion our mission.
Community Engagement- builds meaningful connections and fosters inclusivity.
Collaboration- a team player who works positively and productively with colleagues, performers, volunteers and partners to fulfill the Hall’s mission.
Communication- has excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with the community.
Equity & Inclusion- ensures that diverse voices, perspectives and experiences are represented.
Integrity- acts with honesty, transparency and accountability in all interactions.
Joy & Creativity- celebrates the transformative power of art & culture; encourages fresh ideas, humor and imagination.
Stewardship- responsibly manages all resources: financial, cultural, and human, for long term sustainability.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
Superior organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple tasks concurrently.
Expertise in communications (written and oral), PR, marketing/promotions using social media platforms and creative advertising.
Superb interpersonal skills with the proven ability to work with a broad range of individuals and community members.
Be a problem solver; can take initiative and prioritize effectively.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience in event management and large scale event planning.
Excels in project management.
Excellent computer skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to handle flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.
High attention to detail.
Experience working in restaurants/catering/ bartending a plus. _______________________________________________________________________
Please submit a resume, cover letter and 2-3 references to Kate Ryan, kate@wellfleetpreservationhall.org
Applications missing any of the above items will not be considered.
