Events and Facilities Project Manager

Cascade PBS is a public media organization dedicated to informing and inspiring the community to make the world a better place. With a vision to be the most essential and relevant media organization in the region, Cascade PBS serves its audience through diverse programming, community engagement, and innovative events that bring people together. As a trusted source of quality media content, Cascade PBS commits to core values of integrity, community, innovation, and diversity, positioning itself as an influential platform for education and cultural enrichment in the region. The Events and Facilities Project Manager at Cascade PBS plays a pivotal role in supporting the organization's overarching event strategy. This full-time position focuses on facilitating diverse projects and activities related to events and facilities, ensuring alignment with Cascade PBS's mission and values. This role is ideal for a skilled professional passionate about event management, stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency. Compensation for this position ranges from $30.47 to $34.27 per hour, reflecting the expertise required to manage complex event logistics, partnerships, and project management responsibilities. The role involves overseeing a wide range of events, including stand-alone events, venue happenings, and collaborations with partner organizations. The project manager handles everything from event registration and sponsorship deliverables to procurement of stewardship donations packages. Coordination with cross-functional teams such as finance, legal, design, and marketing communications is essential for ensuring seamless delivery of events and projects. Proficiency with project management tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and email marketing CRM systems is highly valued. The position demands strong organizational talents, strategic problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills to manage multiple priorities effectively. In addition to event coordination, this project manager provides administrative and operational support to technology department leads, managing detailed scheduling, logistics coordination, and facilitating interdepartmental communication. They will lead projects approved by the Project Management Office (PMO), developing detailed project plans, tracking milestones, and ensuring outcomes align with Cascade PBS's organizational goals. The role contributes to enhancing processes and policies to improve efficiency and collaboration across events and technology departments. Cascade PBS offers competitive benefits to team members working 20 hours or more per week, including 11 paid holidays, one personal holiday, four weeks of paid time off initially, half-day Fridays in summer, and a company-matched 401(k) retirement plan fully vested immediately. Additional benefits encompass employer-paid transit cards, employee assistance programs, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, demonstrating Cascade PBS's commitment to supporting employee well-being. Overall, this role is vital for producing excellent community engagement experiences for donors and audiences alike, ensuring high-quality event execution aligned with the organization’s mission. Candidates seeking a challenging, rewarding role within a dynamic nonprofit media environment will find a unique opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful community impact at Cascade PBS.

• Ability to work some evenings, weekends, holidays as needed
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable means of transportation
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds unassisted
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel in Washington State and Canada (overnight travel limited to 2-3 events per year)