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Event and Outreach Coordinator - Bubbly Dynamics

Who: Bubbly Dynamics

What: Bubbly Dynamics, LLC is a social enterprise with environmentally responsible goals. Since 2002, we have been efficiently renovating buildings, transforming them from vacant and derelict eyesores to job centers and community assets. Bubbly Dynamics is the owner/operator and design team behind The Plant (1400 W. 46th St.) and Bubbly (also known as the Chicago Sustainable Manufacturing Center, at 1048 W. 37th St.). We are a friendly, informal organization with a strong team ethic.

Job Description: This position will support the development and advancement of Bubbly Dynamics’ communications efforts, with a focus on events and outreach. It will be based at The Plant, a research and production facility housing a collaborative community of food businesses.



Roles & Responsibilities
  • Coordinating and leading tours of The Plant, and assisting with development/marketing of tasting tours and other events
  • Coordinating space rentals and events
  • Assisting with developing and running a retail shop at The Plant
  • Cultivating relationships with community stakeholders
  • Assisting with promotion and support of the businesses at both buildings
  • Writing, including development of marketing materials, summaries of research projects, etc.
  • Assisting with administrative and operational functions, including fielding email and phone inquiries
  • Other similar responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years’ work experience
  • Solid communication skills, with the ability to write, edit, proofread, and tailor communications to different audiences
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as with a team
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and G Suite
  • Spanish proficiency is a plus
  • Personal integrity/responsibility and sense of humor are a must!

Position Details: Full-time, permanent, exempt. Hourly wage is expected to start at $16-17/hour, depending on qualifications. This position will require 35 hours/week, with flexible but regular hours/days and potential for working remotely for a portion of the time. Paid time off accrues as of the start date, and eligibility for our SIMPLE IRA program begins at six months on the job. To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume as one PDF to carolee@bubblydynamics.com. Submittals are requested by November 15, 2019.