Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Is this you?

Are you an energetic, organized, and people-focused leader? Do you have a passion for creating purpose-filled experiences that bring people together? Are you known for an energetic presence, meticulous attention to detail, and a gift for making guests feel seen, valued, and inspired? Do you have a heart for the local church and want to play a bigger part in planning and orchestrating memorable events that align with Wooddale’s mission and values and leave a lasting impact?

Join us in our mission to inspire and mobilize communities Here, Near, and Far, and help us cultivate a dynamic culture that embodies our values and vision. Together, we strive to honor God by making more disciples for Jesus Christ.

About Wooddale Church

Wooddale Church is a multigenerational, Bible-teaching church in Minnesota with campuses in Eden Prairie, Edina, and the University of Minnesota. Wooddale Church has a rich history and a future of sharing the Gospel locally and globally by planting churches, supporting global partners, and serving its local community.

We believe in transforming lives and communities through faith, compassion, and action, creating a supportive, collaborative environment where individuals can explore and develop their faith, nurture their gifts, and serve others.

We prioritize innovation and creativity, with a commitment to making a lasting impact in the world. We are passionate about empowering our members to utilize their talents for the service of others, making a positive difference in their communities.

The successful candidate will have enthusiasm for and a commitment to our vision, mission, and core values (see including a full affirmation of our beliefs, and will have a commitment to active participation in the worship and community life of Wooddale Church.

Job Summary

The Events Planner & Manager serves as a strategic and spiritual leader, responsible for envisioning, organizing, and executing Christ-centered events that foster discipleship, community engagement, and spiritual growth. Rooted in Wooddale’s mission to honor God by making more disciples for Jesus Christ, this role ensures that every gathering—from worship nights to key events and volunteer celebrations—reflects the heart of the Gospel and invites people into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager collaborates across ministries, mobilizes volunteers, and partners with Staff to create seamless, Spirit-led experiences that are both spiritually impactful and logistically excellent. The ideal candidate combines a passion for Jesus with strong organizational skills, creative vision, and a heart for hospitality and the church.

The Events Planner & Manager will oversee the strategic and annual planning process, and will lead and manage the planning, organization, and execution of all events and special memory-making moments throughout the year that engage the entire church family or specific groups in the life of Wooddale Church.

Essential Functions

1. Event Life Cycle and Planning

• Oversees the full event lifecycle: concept development, planning, logistics, execution, and post-event evaluation.
• Develops and implements an 18-month event plan aligned with Wooddale’s mission and goals on a rolling-forward basis.

• Structures the annual ministry-year planning process.
• Defines key events and aligns the event planning process with the annual budgeting process.
• Cross-functional alignment with the facilities team, ministries, and Volunteer Engagement to evaluate overall capacity and to optimize event flow and experience.
• Translates Wooddale’s ministry goals and objectives into meaningful event experiences that foster engagement, discipleship, or member support.
• Evaluates event impact and uses data to inform future planning and areas for improvement.

2. Event Design, Execution, and Project Management

• Owns and manages the event calendar. Initiates and leads all key planning and coordination initiatives in close collaboration with all ministries and church functions. Operates as the central point of contact and coordination to all ministries and functions.
• Leads the creation of event themes, schedules, and attendee experiences that reflect Wooddale’s values.
• Manages timelines, budgets, and resources for multiple concurrent events.
• Coordinates venue selection, vendors as needed, catering, A/V, décor, transportation, and safety protocols.
• Ensures all events are inclusive, accessible, and missionally aligned.
• Identifies and drives standardization and improvements in the event execution process.
• Collaborates with the in-house Catering team on specific event plans and needs. Leads front-of-house for catered events.

3. Team Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Works with Finance, Volunteer Engagement, and ministries to execute events in an effective and cost-optimized way.
• Collaborates with the Communications team to promote events and increase visibility of the monthly event calendar.
• Leads and mentors a team of volunteers and cross-departmental collaborators.
• Facilitates communication between ministries, departments, or external partners to ensure alignment and excellence.
• Provides training and support for volunteer teams to serve with confidence and hospitality.
• Ensures that all events support the church’s mission of making disciples for Jesus Christ.
• Collaborates with pastors and ministry leaders to integrate spiritual formation, worship, and outreach into event design.
• Creates environments that are welcoming, Spirit-led, and conducive to transformation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience required, at least five (5) years of professional experience is preferred.
• Event management experience is required.
• Ability to build effective professional working relationships internally and externally.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and time management skills
• Budgeting and financial management expertise.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Possesses excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask and stay organized under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith and Covenant of Wooddale Church.
• Become or remain a member in good standing of Wooddale Church.
• Be a regular participant in public worship at Wooddale Church.

Why Join Our Team?

At Wooddale, we believe in the power of volunteers to drive meaningful change. As the Events Manager, you will shape a dynamic planning and program cycle that strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about fostering community participation and building lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

Wooddale offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• A 403(b)-retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• HSA, Flexible Spending, and LTD benefits
• Optional Life/AD&D, STD
• A Health & Wellness plan
• Salary Range: $55,000 to $65,000 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This job primarily operates in an office setting and will include using standard office equipment. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear and frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and move objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for reading documents and computer screens. The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

How To Apply

All interested candidates must apply online at Follow the instructions to complete an online application, which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of our commitment to create and maintain a safe working environment, employment with Wooddale Church requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

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