Events Manager

About the role

Willow Creek Community Church is looking for an Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of impactful ministry events and mission-aligned facility rentals across our campuses. In this role, you'll play an important part in everything from large-scale church events on holidays and wrap-around event weekends, to hosting outside facility rentals like concerts and conferences and executing community outreach events, ensuring every guest experiences excellence and Christ-centered hospitality. You'll also recruit, coach, and lead a team of Welcome Hosts and volunteers who help make every event memorable.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of ministry events, lead out on execution of external facility rentals and maintain community partner relationships
• Create exceptional guest experiences through intentional hospitality
• Recruit, develop, and care for event volunteers
• Manage, train and support campus Welcome Hosts as they make lasting first impressions at the building's main entrance and are the eyes and ears of the Church
• Partner with ministries and operational teams to ensure seamless event execution
• Manage event logistics, budgets, scheduling, and day-of operations

Qualifications

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• A highly organized project manager who loves details
• A relational leader who inspires staff and volunteers
• Calm under pressure and energized by fast-paced event environments
• Passionate about hospitality and creating welcoming spaces
• Experienced in event management (3–5+ years preferred) and team leadership

At Willow, we believe every event is an opportunity to help people take a step toward Jesus. If you're passionate about combining operational excellence with ministry impact, we'd love to meet you. Join us as we create environments where lives are transformed through Christ-centered community and unforgettable experiences.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $73,000, depending on experience and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings with company match
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Generous paid time off
• Mental health counseling reimbursement
• And more