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Community Engagement Coordinator

BASIS Independent Schools (#5010), 15749 NE 4th Street, Bellevue, Washington, United States of America Req #8247
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

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. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Other details

  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Employment Indicator Full Time
  • Min Hiring Rate $25.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $27.00
  • Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
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