Vermont Public
Job Title: Events & Marketing Coordinator
Requisition ID: 1049
Compensation Range: $46,000 to $53,000 per year
Department: Audience & Community
Reports To: Director of Marketing & Audience Engagement
Classification: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Location: Colchester or Upper Valley, Vermont
Cellular Phone Reimbursement Eligible : Yes
Prepared Date: July 2026
Application Process: Applications should be accompanied by a resume and cover letter. Applications missing either will be considered incomplete and thus not reviewed.
Summary
The Events & Marketing Coordinator is a key ambassador for Vermont Public, helping bring our mission, programming and public service value to life. This position represents Vermont Public at community events around the region. Through face-to-face interactions, they create welcoming and engaging experiences that introduce new audiences to our brand and strengthen loyalty among existing fans, supporters and partners.
In addition to community event engagement, the Events & Marketing Coordinator supports Vermont Public’s broader marketing and engagement efforts by curating and promoting our community calendar, hosting station tours and educational visits, and providing marketing and event support.
The role requires a strong interest in and knowledge of public media; excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; and comfort engaging with the public in face-to-face settings. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required. The role involves frequent travel throughout Vermont, with occasional travel to Canada.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Community Events & Brand Representation (40%)
Serve as an enthusiastic brand ambassador for Vermont Public, representing our mission, programming and community value with warmth and professionalism at community events across the region.
Recommend and help select community events, performances and tabling opportunities that align with Vermont Public’s audience engagement goals.
Support fundraising and other mission-aligned activities as needed and appropriate.
Audience Experience Planning (25%)
Help design creative, welcoming booth and table experiences that introduce new audiences to Vermont Public and deepen loyalty among existing fans and supporters.
Work with internal teams to develop, coordinate and host interactive station tours and educational visits.
Marketing & Promotion (25%)
Manage Vermont Public’s online community calendar by vetting and approving submissions, and curating listings to feature on other platforms.
Perform other marketing and engagement duties as assigned, including support for e-newsletters, promotional materials and branded swag.
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement (10%)
Track event participation, audience engagement and other key metrics; evaluate results and recommend improvements to strengthen future outreach.
EXCELLENCE IN THIS ORGANIZATION
A high level of commitment and dedication to the mission of the organization and public media.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with co-workers and audience, supporting and enhancing a culture of belonging.
Preserving confidentiality appropriately.
Serving as an excellent ambassador for the organization, both formally and informally. Helping audience and potential audience members, donors, and potential donors connect with the organization.
Facilitating excellent communications across departments, among employees, and with the public. Fostering open and candid relationships with Vermont Public audience and donors. Managing conflict constructively.
Demonstrating a commitment to the continuous improvement of the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission and vision.
Demonstrating and encouraging creativity and enthusiasm for this work.
Expressing consistent, high-performance expectations for themselves, their department, the leadership, and the organization itself.
Developing a broad understanding of the organization’s departments, programs, and services to assist donors, collaborate effectively with peers, ensure respectful communication and teamwork among departments.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Minimum of 2 years in events, marketing or related experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences in person.
Demonstrated ability to represent an organization professionally in public settings
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events and priorities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
Proficiency with standard digital tools, including email, calendars, and office software.
Familiarity with design and email tools such as Canva and Mailchimp.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to travel throughout the state of Vermont and occasionally to New Hampshire, New York, and Canada to host and support community events, with reliable transportation to meet scheduled work assignments.
Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for business travel to/from Canada.
Ability to safely drive for extended periods, including during evening hours and in varying weather conditions such as rain, snow, and winter driving conditions.
Comfortable working outdoors in diverse environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, as some events are held outside year-round.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly talk, hear, and sit or stand. Working conditions may vary outside the office. Work is normally performed in both a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels (computers, telephones, etc.) as well as other various environments including outdoor environments with moderate noise levels and occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions. No known environmental hazards are encountered in the normal performance of job duties.
Physical Demands
Work involves standing, walking, driving, and sitting for extended periods of time, as well as bending, reaching, and light filing. The role requires the ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. Position duties may involve lifting, carrying, and setting up event materials and equipment (e.g., boxes, signage, tables, and supplies) weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as performing physical tasks related to event setup and breakdown.
Work requires finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate computer equipment at a moderate skill level, with potential for eyestrain from extended computer use. The position also requires the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, including during evening hours and in inclement weather conditions. Deadlines, peak workloads, and changing priorities may result in periods of increased stress.
Please note: This is not an all-encompassing statement of this position’s responsibilities. While it attempts to be comprehensive, new responsibilities may be assigned to this position at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To request a reasonable accommodation to submit an application or participate in the interview process, please contact the HR team at careers@vermontpublic.org .
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Vermont Public is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by Vermont Public. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Job Title: Events & Marketing Coordinator
Requisition ID: 1049
Compensation Range: $46,000 to $53,000 per year
Department: Audience & Community
Reports To: Director of Marketing & Audience Engagement
Classification: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Location: Colchester or Upper Valley, Vermont
Cellular Phone Reimbursement Eligible : Yes
Prepared Date: July 2026
Application Process: Applications should be accompanied by a resume and cover letter. Applications missing either will be considered incomplete and thus not reviewed.
Summary
The Events & Marketing Coordinator is a key ambassador for Vermont Public, helping bring our mission, programming and public service value to life. This position represents Vermont Public at community events around the region. Through face-to-face interactions, they create welcoming and engaging experiences that introduce new audiences to our brand and strengthen loyalty among existing fans, supporters and partners.
In addition to community event engagement, the Events & Marketing Coordinator supports Vermont Public’s broader marketing and engagement efforts by curating and promoting our community calendar, hosting station tours and educational visits, and providing marketing and event support.
The role requires a strong interest in and knowledge of public media; excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; and comfort engaging with the public in face-to-face settings. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required. The role involves frequent travel throughout Vermont, with occasional travel to Canada.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Community Events & Brand Representation (40%)
Serve as an enthusiastic brand ambassador for Vermont Public, representing our mission, programming and community value with warmth and professionalism at community events across the region.
Recommend and help select community events, performances and tabling opportunities that align with Vermont Public’s audience engagement goals.
Support fundraising and other mission-aligned activities as needed and appropriate.
Audience Experience Planning (25%)
Help design creative, welcoming booth and table experiences that introduce new audiences to Vermont Public and deepen loyalty among existing fans and supporters.
Work with internal teams to develop, coordinate and host interactive station tours and educational visits.
Marketing & Promotion (25%)
Manage Vermont Public’s online community calendar by vetting and approving submissions, and curating listings to feature on other platforms.
Perform other marketing and engagement duties as assigned, including support for e-newsletters, promotional materials and branded swag.
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement (10%)
Track event participation, audience engagement and other key metrics; evaluate results and recommend improvements to strengthen future outreach.
EXCELLENCE IN THIS ORGANIZATION
A high level of commitment and dedication to the mission of the organization and public media.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with co-workers and audience, supporting and enhancing a culture of belonging.
Preserving confidentiality appropriately.
Serving as an excellent ambassador for the organization, both formally and informally. Helping audience and potential audience members, donors, and potential donors connect with the organization.
Facilitating excellent communications across departments, among employees, and with the public. Fostering open and candid relationships with Vermont Public audience and donors. Managing conflict constructively.
Demonstrating a commitment to the continuous improvement of the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission and vision.
Demonstrating and encouraging creativity and enthusiasm for this work.
Expressing consistent, high-performance expectations for themselves, their department, the leadership, and the organization itself.
Developing a broad understanding of the organization’s departments, programs, and services to assist donors, collaborate effectively with peers, ensure respectful communication and teamwork among departments.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Minimum of 2 years in events, marketing or related experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences in person.
Demonstrated ability to represent an organization professionally in public settings
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events and priorities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
Proficiency with standard digital tools, including email, calendars, and office software.
Familiarity with design and email tools such as Canva and Mailchimp.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to travel throughout the state of Vermont and occasionally to New Hampshire, New York, and Canada to host and support community events, with reliable transportation to meet scheduled work assignments.
Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for business travel to/from Canada.
Ability to safely drive for extended periods, including during evening hours and in varying weather conditions such as rain, snow, and winter driving conditions.
Comfortable working outdoors in diverse environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, as some events are held outside year-round.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly talk, hear, and sit or stand. Working conditions may vary outside the office. Work is normally performed in both a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels (computers, telephones, etc.) as well as other various environments including outdoor environments with moderate noise levels and occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions. No known environmental hazards are encountered in the normal performance of job duties.
Physical Demands
Work involves standing, walking, driving, and sitting for extended periods of time, as well as bending, reaching, and light filing. The role requires the ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. Position duties may involve lifting, carrying, and setting up event materials and equipment (e.g., boxes, signage, tables, and supplies) weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as performing physical tasks related to event setup and breakdown.
Work requires finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate computer equipment at a moderate skill level, with potential for eyestrain from extended computer use. The position also requires the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, including during evening hours and in inclement weather conditions. Deadlines, peak workloads, and changing priorities may result in periods of increased stress.
Please note: This is not an all-encompassing statement of this position’s responsibilities. While it attempts to be comprehensive, new responsibilities may be assigned to this position at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To request a reasonable accommodation to submit an application or participate in the interview process, please contact the HR team at careers@vermontpublic.org .
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Vermont Public is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by Vermont Public. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Vermont Public
Job Title: Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer
Requisition ID: 1048
Compensation Range: $50,957.00 to $62,059.00 annually
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of Philanthropy
Classification: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Work Location: Colchester, Vermont
Cellular Phone Reimbursement Eligible : Yes
Prepared Date: June 2026
Application Process: Applications should be accompanied by a resume and cover letter. Applications missing a cover letter will be considered incomplete and thus not reviewed.
Click here to learn more and apply!
Summary
Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer manages a high-volume portfolio of approximately 500–700 leadership annual giving, low-touch, and emerging philanthropic donors and prospects including solicitations. Occasional travel throughout Vermont and surrounding regions is required. The role is the conduit between membership, mid-level and major giving programs.
Working collaboratively with the philanthropy and membership teams, this position supports donor engagement, stewardship, prospect identification, and operations that help move donors through the giving pipeline. The Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer uses donor data and CRM systems to identify opportunities for deeper engagement and increased philanthropic support while ensuring an excellent donor experience. They will assist the team with administrative duties ensuring efficient operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Donor Portfolio Management & Engagement (40%)
Manage a portfolio of approximately 500–700 low-touch, leadership annual giving, and emerging philanthropic donors and prospects.
Build and maintain relationships through calls, emails, mailings, events, virtual meetings, and occasional in-person visits.
Conduct renewal, upgrade, and campaign solicitations to strengthen donor retention and increase giving.
Prioritize donor outreach based on donor interests, engagement history, and fundraising goals.
Pipeline Development, Research & Donor Strategy (25%)
Identify, qualify, and advance prospective donors, members, and existing mid-level donors into the philanthropy program.
Use donor data, CRM tools, and research to identify opportunities for increased engagement and giving.
Analyze donor activity and giving patterns to assess readiness for deeper philanthropic involvement.
Serve as a liaison between membership and philanthropy by helping move donors through the giving pipeline.
Conduct confidential donor and prospect research and make recommendations on donor segmentation, portfolio assignments, and engagement strategies.
Advancement Operations & Donor Stewardship (25%)
Process donor renewals, gift acknowledgments,
Maintain accurate donor records, activity notes, and reporting in the CRM system.
Ensure donors are assigned to the appropriate relationship manager.
Manage the philanthropy inbox and direct donor inquiries to the appropriate staff member.
Support donor recognition activities and administrative processes that contribute to effective fundraising operations.
Event Support & Collaboration (10%)
Support donor cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising events.
Collaborate with membership, philanthropy, and sponsorship teams on fundraising and donor engagement efforts.
Participate in departmental meetings, planning activities, and cross-functional projects.
Other duties as assigned; perform additional responsibilities and special projects that support organizational and development priorities.
EXCELLENCE IN THIS ORGANIZATION
A high level of commitment and dedication to the mission of the organization and public media.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with co-workers and audience, supporting and enhancing a culture of belonging.
Preserving confidentiality appropriately.
Serving as an excellent ambassador for the organization, both formally and informally. Helping audience and potential audience members, donors, and potential donors connect with the organization.
Facilitating excellent communications across departments, among employees, and with the public. Fostering open and candid relationships with Vermont Public audience and donors. Managing conflict constructively.
Demonstrating a commitment to the continuous improvement of the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission and vision.
Demonstrating and encouraging creativity and enthusiasm for this work.
Expressing consistent, high-performance expectations for themselves, their department, the leadership, and the organization itself.
Developing a broad understanding of the organization’s departments, programs, and services to assist donors, collaborate effectively with peers, ensure respectful communication and teamwork among departments.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Three (3) or more years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, membership, advancement services, prospect research, or nonprofit development.
Experience managing donor relationships, donor portfolios, or engagement activities.
Experience using CRM systems and donor management software such as Revolution On Line (ROI) is preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Must hold a valid driver’s license to drive to various work sites; Ability to occasional travel throughout Vermont and surrounding regions is required.
Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels (computers, telephones, etc.). No known environmental hazards are encountered in the normal performance of job duties .
Standard Work Week: Monday - Friday; may include evenings and weekends
Physical Demands
Work involves standing and walking for brief periods, bending, and filing, but most duties are from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials on a computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level.
Please note: This is not an all-encompassing statement of this position’s responsibilities. While it attempts to be comprehensive, new responsibilities may be assigned to this position at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To request a reasonable accommodation to submit an application or participate in the interview process, please contact the HR team at careers@vermontpublic.org .
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Vermont Public is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by Vermont Public. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Job Title: Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer
Requisition ID: 1048
Compensation Range: $50,957.00 to $62,059.00 annually
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of Philanthropy
Classification: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Work Location: Colchester, Vermont
Cellular Phone Reimbursement Eligible : Yes
Prepared Date: June 2026
Application Process: Applications should be accompanied by a resume and cover letter. Applications missing a cover letter will be considered incomplete and thus not reviewed.
Click here to learn more and apply!
Summary
Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer manages a high-volume portfolio of approximately 500–700 leadership annual giving, low-touch, and emerging philanthropic donors and prospects including solicitations. Occasional travel throughout Vermont and surrounding regions is required. The role is the conduit between membership, mid-level and major giving programs.
Working collaboratively with the philanthropy and membership teams, this position supports donor engagement, stewardship, prospect identification, and operations that help move donors through the giving pipeline. The Philanthropic Operations & Engagement Officer uses donor data and CRM systems to identify opportunities for deeper engagement and increased philanthropic support while ensuring an excellent donor experience. They will assist the team with administrative duties ensuring efficient operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Donor Portfolio Management & Engagement (40%)
Manage a portfolio of approximately 500–700 low-touch, leadership annual giving, and emerging philanthropic donors and prospects.
Build and maintain relationships through calls, emails, mailings, events, virtual meetings, and occasional in-person visits.
Conduct renewal, upgrade, and campaign solicitations to strengthen donor retention and increase giving.
Prioritize donor outreach based on donor interests, engagement history, and fundraising goals.
Pipeline Development, Research & Donor Strategy (25%)
Identify, qualify, and advance prospective donors, members, and existing mid-level donors into the philanthropy program.
Use donor data, CRM tools, and research to identify opportunities for increased engagement and giving.
Analyze donor activity and giving patterns to assess readiness for deeper philanthropic involvement.
Serve as a liaison between membership and philanthropy by helping move donors through the giving pipeline.
Conduct confidential donor and prospect research and make recommendations on donor segmentation, portfolio assignments, and engagement strategies.
Advancement Operations & Donor Stewardship (25%)
Process donor renewals, gift acknowledgments,
Maintain accurate donor records, activity notes, and reporting in the CRM system.
Ensure donors are assigned to the appropriate relationship manager.
Manage the philanthropy inbox and direct donor inquiries to the appropriate staff member.
Support donor recognition activities and administrative processes that contribute to effective fundraising operations.
Event Support & Collaboration (10%)
Support donor cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising events.
Collaborate with membership, philanthropy, and sponsorship teams on fundraising and donor engagement efforts.
Participate in departmental meetings, planning activities, and cross-functional projects.
Other duties as assigned; perform additional responsibilities and special projects that support organizational and development priorities.
EXCELLENCE IN THIS ORGANIZATION
A high level of commitment and dedication to the mission of the organization and public media.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with co-workers and audience, supporting and enhancing a culture of belonging.
Preserving confidentiality appropriately.
Serving as an excellent ambassador for the organization, both formally and informally. Helping audience and potential audience members, donors, and potential donors connect with the organization.
Facilitating excellent communications across departments, among employees, and with the public. Fostering open and candid relationships with Vermont Public audience and donors. Managing conflict constructively.
Demonstrating a commitment to the continuous improvement of the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission and vision.
Demonstrating and encouraging creativity and enthusiasm for this work.
Expressing consistent, high-performance expectations for themselves, their department, the leadership, and the organization itself.
Developing a broad understanding of the organization’s departments, programs, and services to assist donors, collaborate effectively with peers, ensure respectful communication and teamwork among departments.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Three (3) or more years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, membership, advancement services, prospect research, or nonprofit development.
Experience managing donor relationships, donor portfolios, or engagement activities.
Experience using CRM systems and donor management software such as Revolution On Line (ROI) is preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Must hold a valid driver’s license to drive to various work sites; Ability to occasional travel throughout Vermont and surrounding regions is required.
Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels (computers, telephones, etc.). No known environmental hazards are encountered in the normal performance of job duties .
Standard Work Week: Monday - Friday; may include evenings and weekends
Physical Demands
Work involves standing and walking for brief periods, bending, and filing, but most duties are from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials on a computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level.
Please note: This is not an all-encompassing statement of this position’s responsibilities. While it attempts to be comprehensive, new responsibilities may be assigned to this position at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To request a reasonable accommodation to submit an application or participate in the interview process, please contact the HR team at careers@vermontpublic.org .
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Vermont Public is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by Vermont Public. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.