Position Summary
The Colorado Rural Electric Association is seeking a highly organized and proactive Event and Administrative Coordinator to join our team in Lakewood, Colorado. This is a full-time, non-exempt position dedicated to providing vital event and administrative support to the General Administration Department. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing end-to-end event logistics, calendar scheduling, and vendor relations. If you are a detail-oriented professional who thrives on keeping operations seamless and executing flawless events, apply now to join our growing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assistance with meeting and event planning
- Managing registration systems
- Coordination of education programs and youth programs
- Assisting with membership meetings
- Day-to-day office work including travel arrangements, correspondence, and other duties as required
Qualifications
- Previous experience must include working on meetings for 10 to 350 people.
- Two-years college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 – 7 years of experience
Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Word, Xcel, PowerPoint, and Cvent
- Ability to travel occasionally overnight
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or at meetings
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range to start: $60,000 - $75,000
- Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, 401k, retirement plan, and paid time off.
Application deadline
August 14, 2026
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@coloradorea.org.