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Events & Education Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hybrid in Columbus, OH
Salary: $55,000-$65,000
Reports to: Director of Workforce Development
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off (beginning at 20 days/year)
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance (health, dental, vision)
- Retirement program
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
The Education & Events Manager is a full-time employee of Problem Gambling Network of Ohio (PGNO). This position is responsible for leading the development, coordination, and execution of events and educational initiatives across the state. This individual will ensure that PGNO’s offerings support the professional development of the behavioral health workforce while increasing public awareness of problem gambling and responsible gambling practices.
A core function of this position involves managing all PGNO training programs, including the coordination of the annual Ohio Problem Gambling Conference. The Events and Education Manager ensures high-quality, impactful experiences by overseeing staff, speakers, continuing education, budgets, marketing efforts and logistics related to event planning and promotion
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders
- Monitor project timelines and progress, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet deliverables and reporting requirements
- Provide technical assistance for funding recipients
- Maintain detailed records and provide regular reports on project activities, progress, and outcomes to the agency and stakeholders
- Represent PGNO in national, statewide, and regional coalitions and associations
- Facilitate professional development and training opportunities for community organizations and stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Education, Social Work, Communications, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in event planning, training coordination, or education program management.
- Demonstrated experience with budget creation and management.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- Familiarity with CEU processes, learning management systems, and virtual training platforms
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Skilled in writing, editing, and proofreading
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and/or web browser software
- Experience in non-profit, behavioral health, or public health sectors preferred
Necessary Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute complex events and educational programs on time and within budget.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present and facilitate effectively across diverse audiences.
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience managing staff, volunteers, and collaborative teams.
- Precision in managing CEUs, logistics, budgets, and compliance with accreditation standards.
- Skilled in using tools such as Zoom, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, event registration systems, and project management software (e.g., Asana).
- Ability to gather and interpret evaluative data, identify trends, and use insights to drive improvements.
- Comfortable managing shifting priorities and working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Able to foster productive relationships with stakeholders, partners, funders, and community organizations.
- Committed to incorporating principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all educational and event efforts.
Community Prevention Coordinator
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hybrid in Columbus, OH
Salary: $42,000-$50,000
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Job Summary:
The Community Prevention Coordinator is a full-time position at PGNO, reporting to the Community Prevention Program Manager. This role supports community prevention programs, with a focus on engaging stakeholders across the gambling service system, primarily supporting professional and community organizations in the prevention field.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders
- Monitor project timelines and progress, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet deliverables and reporting requirements
- Provide technical assistance for funding recipients
- Maintain detailed records and provide regular reports on project activities, progress, and outcomes to the agency and stakeholders
- Represent PGNO in national, statewide, and regional coalitions and associations
- Facilitate professional development and training opportunities for community organizations and stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum of Associate’s Degree required; higher education preferred
- Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist or Consultant (OCPS/OCPC), Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant (OCPSA), Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) licenses or certifications preferred, or willingness to pursue
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team or work independently
- Experience in project planning and coordination
- Skilled in writing, editing, and proofreading
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and web-based software
- Paid or volunteer experience working with nonprofits
- Ability to adapt, implement, and evaluate programs for diverse audiences
