An Event Planner coordinates promotional sales events, professional meetings and family events. Works with clients, develops event plans and budgets, finds appropriate sites, contracts for services and supplies, coordinates with on-site staff, oversees finances and assists during an event.
This is not your average job. As an Apex Athlete, you'll spend your days embedded on an elementary or middle school campus—visiting classrooms daily to deliver high-energy leadership and character development lessons, running pep rallies, facilitating fundraising events, and mentoring students who genuinely look up to you. You're not a vendor. You're a leader.
WHO YOU ARE
You don't just show up—you lead. You understand that leadership is a choice to SERVE. We seeking an individual who lives out these qualities:
Genuine Leadership:
Authentic passion for youth development and leading by example.
Resourceful Problem-Solver:
Ability to pivot smoothly and maintain a positive attitude when event logistics change.
Culture Creator:
Skillful at generating enthusiasm and creating memorable, positive experiences for children.
Collaborative Team Player:
Works seamlessly alongside school staff and fellow team members.
Goal-Oriented:
The drive to hit fundraising targets and deliver measurable results for local schools.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Visit classrooms daily to deliver 5-8 minute leadership and character development lessons. Facilitate high-energy pep rallies and fundraising events (fun runs, obstacle courses, etc.). Track and communicate fundraising pledge data, distribute thank-you gifts, and drive student participation. Build professional relationships with teachers, school staff, administrators, and parents. Set up and tear down event equipment including tents, tunnels, track cones, inflatable obstacles, and sound systems. Represent Apex Leadership Co. with professionalism, energy, and excellence at all times.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of large groups, including children ages 3-13. A results-driven mindset paired with genuine care for people. Reliable personal transportation to travel to assigned school sites in the greater Denver area.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain active and on your feet for extended periods outdoors, and safely lift and move event equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Must pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, sex offender registry, and child welfare checks.
AVAILABLE ROLES & SCHEDULES
We have two distinct tracks available depending on your schedule. Please specify your preference when applying:
Seasonal Event Lead:
Requires full-time availability (approx. 30-40 hours/week) during active 5-week event blocks starting August 24th.
Support Specialist:
A flexible track requiring roughly 12 hours every two weeks during active school engagements to support event days, with opportunities to fill in for other staff members.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base Pay:
$20.00 per hour.
Additional Compensation:
Commission opportunities based on sales performance.
Perks:
Paid training, mileage reimbursement for travel between school sites, team lunches, and clear pathways to permanent full-time management roles as our Denver/Aurora/Cherry Creek territory expands.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) paid sick leave accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
