Program & Events Coordinator

The Program & Events Coordinator at the LSPA is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing educational programs and networking events, managing sponsorships, and providing customer service support for a professional environmental association.

Location: Remote (US - New England)

Salary: $70,000–$80,000/yr

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and manage educational programs and speakers for courses, meetings, and events.
• Manage event logistics for in-person and virtual events, including venue sourcing, contracts, food, audiovisual, and platform setup.
• Administer continuing education (CE) materials, submit for credit approval, maintain records, and issue certificates.
• Help administer sponsorship programs, including outreach, invoicing, and benefits management.
• Provide member service and organizational support, including responding to inquiries, attending meetings, and supporting operations.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in program/event planning, project management, or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Comfortable communicating professionally with members, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Zoom Meetings and Webinar, including managing technical issues.
• Experience with association management systems or member databases.
• Experience with online registration and evaluation platforms.
• Familiarity with Canva or similar design tools (preferred).

Benefits

• $300/month Healthcare Reimbursement Account.
• Access to a 401(k) plan.
• 15 days PTO (increases to 20 days after 3 years).
• 14 holidays per year, including 5 floating holidays.
• Fully remote position with travel to Massachusetts-based programs (~10-12 times annually).
• Reimbursement for home office expenses ($750 annually).

Additional Information

• Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to mmorris@lspa.org.
• The position is remote within New England, with preference for Massachusetts residents.
• Travel to Massachusetts-based programs and events is required.
• The organization is committed to diversity and providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities.