Community Relations and Events Coordinator

BASIS Independent Bellevue is seeking a dynamic and organized Community Relations and Events Coordinator. This role is pivotal in managing community interactions and orchestrating school events, with a focus on ensuring smooth traffic management, effective communication, and seamless event execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Traffic Management: Support successful arrival and dismissal processes.  Communicate expectations and monitor adherence to expectations for respectful community engagement, ensuring safety and efficiency for students, parents, and staff.
• Event Planning and Coordination: Plan, organize, and execute events such as, but not limited to, neighborhood meet-n-greets, conversations with Administration, and school celebrations. This involves coordinating with various stakeholders, managing event logistics, and ensuring successful event delivery.
• Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between the school and the broader community. This includes managing inquiries, providing timely updates, and ensuring clear communication channels are maintained.
• Conflict Resolution: Utilize strong conflict resolution skills to address and resolve any issues that arise during events or community interactions, maintaining a positive and collaborative environment.
• Community Engagement: Foster strong relationships with the local community, parents, and school staff to support school initiatives and promote a positive image of BASIS Independent Bellevue.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Communications, Event Management, Education, etc.).
• Proven experience in event planning, community relations, or a similar role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle conflict with professionalism.
• Experience in a school setting is a plus.

Benefits:

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
•  Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.
• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.