Chamber Program Coordinator - Part Time (contract)
Program Coordinator (Contract | Part-Time ~20 hrs./week) Walla Walla Valley Chamber of CommerceAre you someone who thrives on bringing people together, creating meaningful experiences, and supporting the success of local businesses?
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Program Coordinator to help deliver engaging, community-facing programs that connect businesses, foster opportunity, and strengthen our regional economy. This newly created role is a contract, part-time role ideal for someone who is organized, people-focused, and energized by dynamic environments.
About the Role
Working closely with Chamber leadership, you will help bring programs to life—from coordination through execution—supporting initiatives that advance our mission:Championing Business. Building Community. Driving the Valley’s Economy.
From networking events and sector roundtables to mentorship programs and community gatherings, this role plays a key part in ensuring a welcoming, professional, and impactful experience for all participants.What You’ll Do
- Coordinate logistics for Chamber programs and events
- Support and execute initiatives such as Women in Business, Young Professionals, and
- Serve as a welcoming, on-site presence at events
- Help foster connections between attendees, programs, and opportunities
- Assist with communications, materials, and event preparation
- Support sponsor and partner visibility during events
- Provide feedback and insights to help strengthen future programming
What You Bring
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- A natural ability to connect with people and create a welcoming environment
- Comfort working in fast-paced, event-driven settings
- Clear communication and follow-through
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Additional Details
- Approximately 20 hours per week (flexible, with some early morning or evening events)
- Contract position (non-employee)
- Based in Walla Walla Valley with in-person event support required
Why This Role Matters
At a time when businesses are navigating rapid change, this role helps create the connections, conversations, and opportunities that support resilience and growth across our community.The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking a part-time contract Program Coordinator to help deliver engaging, community-facing programs that connect businesses, foster opportunity, and strengthen our regional economy. Estimated at approximately 20 hours per week, this role begins at $25 per hour, depending on experience, with some flexibility in scheduling and some early morning or evening event support required.
The Chamber welcomes applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and career stages. This may be a strong fit for an experienced professional seeking a purposeful “retirement role,” a community-minded individual looking to bring their organizational and relationship-building skills to meaningful local work, or someone eager to grow into a broader future with the Chamber. While structured initially as a part-time contract position, the role offers meaningful visibility into the Chamber’s work and, for the right person with the desire, capacity, and demonstrated ability, may provide a pathway toward expanded responsibilities or future full-time staff opportunities.
To express interest, please submit a resume and brief cover letter describing why this role, the Chamber’s mission, and this moment in our community are a strong fit for you. Materials may be sent to ceo@wwvchamber.com.
