Community Events Specialist

$22.00 per hour

The hourly rate is a fixed entry rate for this position and applies to all new hires. While our system may display a pay range, this role’s starting rate is non-negotiable. Future pay increases are determined by performance, growth, and time in role, in accordance with our compensation policy.

A Community Event Specialist for Wayfair Stores will bring our brand to life through engaging, community-focused events that drive customer traffic and local awareness. Reporting to the Manager of People & Community, you’ll lead event execution from supplier demos to community gatherings while ensuring seamless logistics and staffing. Beyond events, you’ll support in-store promotions, sales, events, and visual merchandising to keep the store environment fresh and inviting.

This role is your chance to own how Wayfair connects with customers and communities through memorable experiences.

• Operate as 'One Team':
  You will support Wayfair’s total store goals by cross‑training across key store functions, including sales and back‑of‑house operations. You'll flex where needed to support customers, teammates, store needs and peak business periods.
• Event Support & Execution:
  Support and deliver engaging in‑store and external community events that boost brand visibility and drive foot traffic.
• Logistics Management:
  Coordinate setup, breakdown, staffing, and vendor needs to ensure smooth, successful events.
• Customer Engagement:
  Serve as the main contact during events, answering questions and ensuring a positive experience and impression of Wayfair.
• Promotional Oversight:
  Manage distribution and tracking of promotional materials and coupons accurately.
• Content Creation Instincts:
  You should have an eye for visually compelling moments and know what resonates online. You will capture and help create engaging social media content in partnership with the Marketing team. (If you have examples or a portfolio of previous content or creations, that’s a huge plus!)
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with leadership, store support teams, new store openings, and People Operations to align event goals with business priorities.

• Relevant
  
  Experience:
  
  1‑2 years in event execution, hospitality, community engagement, or customer‑facing roles.
• Strong Organization:
  Skilled at managing event logistics and leading staff from start to finish.
• Team Leadership:
  Experience directing small teams and coordinating vendors during fast‑paced events.
• Excellent Communication:
  Confidence in engaging new and existing customers, partners, and senior leaders with warmth and clarity.
• Creative Problem‑Solving:
  Detail‑oriented with a passion for people, events, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Self‑Starter Attitude:
  Independent, adaptable, and energized by fast‑moving, high‑impact environments.
• Expert in "Mobile" Photography:
  You’ve got an eye for great shots and know how to make everyday moments pop on camera—using just your phone. Clean, well‑composed, scroll‑stopping photos? That’s your thing.
• Flexible Availability:
  Required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support event and store needs.
• Travel Readiness:
  Comfortable with up to 50% travel, typically within a 50‑mile radius, to support events and community engagements.

• Physical Activity:
  Frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms; occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, and crawling.
• Mobility & Movement:
  Frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching throughout the day.
• Lifting Ability:
  Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs independently on a regular basis. Some projects may involve heavier items, which must be…