HBA Job Opportunities
Here is a list of current job opportunities in the state and local home building associations that make up the NAHB Federation. HBA jobs run the gamut, depending on the association's size. Larger associations in major metros include positions focused on advocacy, technical issues, membership marketing and communications. Smaller associations have fewer staff and more opportunities for a jack of all trades. All positions have in common a desire to serve the builders, remodelers, developers and trade contractors in the greatest industry there is — because our members build the American Dream.
- To apply, please follow the instructions in each ad.
- To post a HBA job opportunity, please complete this form. This list is only for job opportunities at local and state HBAs affiliated with NAHB. Other types of positions will not be posted.
The Event Manager leads the planning and delivery of assigned Central Washington HBA (CWHBA) events, with primary responsibility for large and public events and sponsor fulfillment. The role coordinates event logistics, event-specific marketing and communications, and the people who contribute to each event. The Event Manager works across the staff team to deliver consistent member and guest experience while respecting established decision ownership for member engagement, communications, government affairs, operations, and executive oversight.
Position Responsibilities
- Event Planning & Execution: Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned events, including timelines, logistics, setup, on-site operations, and evaluation.
- Budget & Performance Management: Manage event budgets, track revenue, expenses, and attendance, and report performance or concerns.
- Vendor & Registration Coordination: Coordinate venues, vendors, contracts, registration, ticketing, and event-related operational needs.
- Event Marketing & Communications: Develop promotional plans, create branded materials, and coordinate event communications across channels.
- Sponsor & Participant Coordination: Manage sponsor fulfillment and coordinate volunteers, speakers, committees, vendors, and event participants.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in event planning, hospitality, communications or a related field or equivalent work experience.
- 3+ years of experience in event management, including large-scale events, logistics, budgets, vendor relations, and cross-functional coordination.
- Strong organizational, project management, written communication, and relationship-management skills.
- Working proficiency with graphic design, website, email marketing, social media, registration, and office productivity tools, with the ability to learn CWHBA systems.
Application Instructions
View the position and submit the application online.
Only applications submitted through the official online application form will be considered. Applications submitted by email or other methods will not be accepted.
