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Available Roles

As the Program Delivery Organization for FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) in the state of Wisconsin, we are expanding our team as FIRST Wisconsin rapidly increases student access to FIRST programs across the state. To support this growth and maintain high-quality event experiences, we are expanding our organizational capacity by bringing on new team members to support key areas of program delivery.

We’re looking to bring on 1–3 adaptable individuals—whether as 1099 contractors, part-time, or full-time employees—to help advance our mission across a variety of roles. These roles vary in scope, seasonality, and time commitment, and focus on areas such as event planning, logistics, communications, registration, financial support, and team engagement. While we’ve outlined several areas of support below, individuals may contribute across multiple areas depending on their strengths, skills, and experience. We invite applicants to review the focus areas and share how their background aligns with one or more of these needs.

Role descriptions and qualifications are listed below.

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Available Event Support Roles

Event Equipment Support

This role focuses on ensuring that all event equipment is properly transported, stored, and maintained. Responsibilities include coordinating the movement of materials to and from venues, tracking inventory, and keeping equipment in good condition.

Qualifications

Experience in logistics, transportation coordination, and/or warehouse management.
Ability to lift and transport heavy equipment.
Strong organizational skills for inventory management.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel across the state.

Event Venue Planning Support

This role involves evaluating potential and existing event venues to ensure they meet the needs of FIRST Wisconsin events. The role requires conducting site visits, coordinating with venue staff, and developing layout plans to optimize space and logistics.

Qualifications

Experience in event planning, venue coordination, and/or logistics.
Strong attention to detail and ability to assess site suitability.
Ability to communicate effectively with venue personnel.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel across the state.

Event Management & Production Support

This role focuses on securing & organizing the behind-the-scenes logistics that ensure smooth event execution. Responsibilities include coordinating technical setup, arranging AV and event technology support, & ensuring that event managers have the resources they need in advance.

Qualifications

Strong organizational skills to anticipate and address event needs before they arise.
Ability to liaise with vendors, technical staff, and event managers to secure resources.
Strong writing skills.
Familiarity with AV systems, event registration tools, and scheduling logistics (preferred but not required)

Available Team Support Roles

Team Registration Support

This role involves managing team registration, maintaining accurate participant records, and serving as a key point of contact for registration-related questions. The role requires working closely with teams to resolve registration issues and ensuring compliance with local and FIRST HQ guidelines.

Qualifications

Experience in database management, registration systems, and/or event coordination
Strong organizational and data entry skills.
Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and handling changes in accordance with FIRST and local policies.
Customer service skills for assisting teams with registration concerns.

Team Event Communication Support

This role is responsible for ensuring that teams receive timely and accurate information about events. This includes following up with event managers and planning committees to gather critical details, providing updates on web and social media platforms, and managing email communication to teams

Qualifications

Experience in communications, marketing, and/or social media management.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Familiarity with web content management and social media platforms.
Ability to coordinate and relay critical event information effectively.

Bookkeeping & Purchasing Support

This role provides financial and administrative support by tracking expenses, processing vendor payments, assisting with purchasing event supplies, and coordinating related logistics. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial records and supporting budgeting efforts to ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations.

Qualifications

Experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
Familiarity with QuickBooks and Excel.
Attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
Ability to coordinate vendor payments and maintain purchasing records.

Compensation & Employment Structure

Compensation will be determined based on experience, role scope, and employment structure (contractor, part-time, or full-time). Generally, hourly rates for these roles are expected to range from $18 to $35 per hour, depending on the complexity and level of responsibility. Contractors will receive a higher hourly rate but will not be eligible for benefits. Part-time and full-time employees will receive competitive pay, with eligibility for benefits such as paid time off, etc. depending on hours worked and employment status.

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