Clerical/Events Support Specialist
Job Summary
The Special Events Support position works in a fast-paced environment that combines venue set and strike, event technologist, and assisting with event program needs. Team members are responsible for working with the Event Coordinators to complete detailed event furniture set and strike; equipment set and strike; monitoring during events; and other duties as needed. The right candidate needs to be able to work quickly and accurately, have fun, and at the same time know when it is time to get down to "business." Be professional, adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable collaborating with a team.
Responsibilities
- Prepares the venue for events which includes set and strike of event equipment.
- Event equipment may include though is not limited to tables, chairs, linens, signage, and stanchions.
- Inspects all equipment for proper functioning before set and maintains orderly appearance in all storage areas.
- May prepare rooms with audio-visual equipment for specific events and then ensure the security of equipment.
- Exercises care in the set/strike of all venue and audio-visual equipment.
- May assist in the Events Office or Service on Site Desks, and participate during events.
- May perform clerical tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, and data entry.
- May use department-specific computer software.
- Demonstrates strong customer service skills and possesses a positive attitude, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to support faculty and student success.
- Works to resolve any conflicts and differences through dialogue and open communication in a timely manner.
- Sees every difference as an opportunity for growth and change.
Qualifications
- One year customer service or related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
- Basic computer skills required.
Preferences
- A lifelong learner with a highly positive attitude who collaborates well with others.
- Has a teamwork approach to accomplishing work responsibilities and goals.
- Embraces a spirit of continuous improvement.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately.
- Familiarity of event services, planning, or building operations.
Special Instructions
Variable work schedule Monday - Sunday. This is not an 8:00-5:00pm job and very often requires irregular hours depending on each event's needs.
Department
00096 - College of Law - Dean
Location
Campus
Pay Rate Range
$13.00 - $15.00
Requisition Number
PRN17421N
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Work Schedule Summary
Variable work schedule Monday – Sunday. This is not an 8:00-5:00pm job and very often requires irregular hours depending on each event's needs.