Community Engagement and Events Manager

The Lab School of Washington’s Office of Institutional Advancement (IA) seeks an experienced professional to lead our community engagement and events efforts.

The Community Engagement and Events Manager is responsible for building, nurturing, and activating the Lab School’s parent community while also leading the strategic planning and execution of the school’s major events.

This role serves as the primary liaison to the Parents’ Association of the Lab School (PALS), leads parent engagement and oversees all major institutional events including the Annual Gala, graduation, admissions events, and community programs.

This position blends relationship-building, community leadership, and high-level event strategy and execution to strengthen the Lab School’s culture, visibility, and mission impact.

The ideal candidate is very organized and adept at long-term planning, thrives in a fast-paced work environment, has independent school experience, and is a team player.

The Manager will report to the Director of Annual Giving, with close collaboration with the Chief Advancement Officer and the Associate Head of School.

• Create and support meaningful avenues for parent participation in the life of the school.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Parents’ Association (PALS), building strong partnerships with parent leadership and volunteers.
• Guide PALS leadership in planning and executing parent-focused community-building events such as the Fall Fair, Book Fair and Chili Cook-Off.
• Identify and manage grade level representatives in support of Lab School events.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive community engagement strategy.
• Collaborate with the Director of Annual Giving, Chief Advancement Officer, and Associate Head of School to achieve strategic goals.