Student Event Assistant (OSU-Cascades)

OSU Oregon State University•Bend, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill a pool of part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Student Event Assistants for the OSU-Cascades Event Services at Oregon State University - Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon. Applications will be accepted year-round for the 2026-27 academic year. Student Event Assistants support the preparation, execution, and breakdown of university events and conferences. Students will provide their availability and can expect to be scheduled 5 hours/week, with flexibility during both the summer term and academic year.

Requirements

Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to be reliable, punctual, and professional.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrate basic organizational and communication skills.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions, and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every two years.

Nice To Haves

Current full-time OSU-Cascades student or degree partnership student with OSU-Cascades and COCC, with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
Previous experience in event setup, customer service, or related fields.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Possess or willingness to obtain OLCC Alcohol Server Permit within 30 days of hire (employer-paid if applicable).
Possess or willingness to obtain Oregon Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of hire (employer-paid if applicable).
Possess or willingness to obtain Authorized Adult status from OSU’s Office of Youth Protection.

Responsibilities

Assist with setting up and dismantling event furniture, signage, equipment, catering materials, and A/V components.
Provide support during events including guest check-in, event monitoring, customer service, assisting with catering and/or A/V needs, and ensuring event spaces remain safe and welcoming.
Assist Event Managers and Coordinators in preparing supplies, organizing storage spaces, and maintaining event equipment.
Represent Event Services professionally to event clients, campus partners, and community guests.
Serve as an Authorized Adult when supporting events involving youth participants.
Assist with food safety monitoring and alcohol service compliance when applicable to event operations.