Job Board Submissions Title:
Event and Volunteer Manager

Post Date
8/23/2024

Expiration Date
9/22/2024

Details:
Shenandoah National Park Trust is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural, cultural,
and historic resources of Shenandoah National Park. Our goal is to connect communities to this
remarkable landscape, fostering a deep sense of stewardship to ensure the park thrives for
generations to come.
The Event and Volunteer Manager will lead the Trust’s suite of fundraising, cultivation, and
stewardship events, from conception to execution. This role also involves growing our
burgeoning volunteer program to support internal and external events and projects.
This position is part of a larger team and entails various responsibilities that require
professionalism, collaboration, initiative, a high level of attention to detail, and discretion in
handling confidential and sensitive information. The Event and Volunteer Manager will be both
process- and product-oriented, able to refine and iterate on existing protocols, plans, and
partnerships to improve outcomes and deliver top-quality, concierge-level service to partners,
constituents, and donors.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Planning & Management (75%)
-Manage and coordinate all logistics for events, including vendor relations, guest speakers,
and site host collaboration.
-Oversee event guest lists, registration processes, and provide regular updates to the team
on event status.
-Manage and report on event budgets and goals.
-Serve as the point of contact for event committees
-Manage sponsor relationships in partnership with the Corporate & Foundation Manager.
-Lead and grow the Banff Adventurers’ program.
-Develop event-related materials in coordination with the communications team, including
signage, invites, flyers, and online/social media content.
-Update and manage event-related content and images on the SNPT website.
-Represent the organization at community and professional events.
Volunteer Program Coordination (25%)
-Enhance and execute the volunteer program to engage individual and community
partners, providing opportunities for deeper connections to our mission through
volunteerism.
-Work with staff and SNP to identify volunteer projects/workdays and in-office projects
that advance the organization and engage volunteers.
-Serve as the primary liaison for volunteers, overseeing recruitment, training, logistical
coordination, project oversight, and recognition.
-Maintain accurate records of volunteer hours worked and manage volunteer scheduling
for events/projects.
-Lead the organization’s volunteer program, staying informed on volunteerism trends and
training staff on working effectively with volunteers.
-Develop volunteer-related materials in coordination with the communications team and
manage volunteer-related content on the Philanthropy Department’s website.
Other:
-Opportunity to supervisor intern(s).
-Additional Duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
High school diploma with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience; an associate or
bachelor's degree may substitute for 2 years of event experience.
-Strong communication (written and spoken) skills, with the ability to engage with
vendors, volunteers, executive-level administrators, donors, staff, and special guests
promptly and accurately.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-Self-motivated, detail-oriented, proactive, collegial, collaborative, and willing to learn.
-Extremely attentive to details with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
multiple requests and projects.
-Flexibility in schedule, with the ability to support evening and weekend events.
-Understanding of protocol, discretion, and confidentiality.
-Ability to travel to support events within the region.

Comments:
Shenandoah National Park Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to
creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that welcomes individuals from all
backgrounds and experiences. We encourage candidates who may not meet all the
qualifications to apply.
Salary and Benefits: $50,000-60,000 + competitive benefits, hiking, and a Shenandoah National
Park Pass.
Location: This position will be based at our Charlottesville HQ office. The work requires travel to
areas around the Park, NOVA, and Richmond.
To apply: Send your resume and a cover letter to info@snptrust.org. Please note in the subject
line of your email: Event & Vol position.

Employer:
Shenandoah National Park Trust
Contact:
Emily Chiles

Address:
1750 Allied Street
Suite C

Work Phone:
4342932728

Email:
info@snptrust.org

Website:
https://www.snptrust.org/