STUDENT-Summer Special Event and Housing Manager
About The Position
This position runs from late May to early August and requires the candidate to be available throughout this period to prepare for and oversee special events and on-campus housing for summer programs. The role demands outstanding problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills, along with flexibility and a collaborative spirit to work with diverse clients and accommodate their event-related requests. The position offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings and fostering personal and professional growth.
Requirements
- Must be available from late May to early August.
- Outstanding problem solving, communication and customer service skills.
- Must be flexible and collaborative.
- Willing to work with a variety of clients (internal and external) and accommodate their event-related requests.
- Ability to work late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Must be able to do all of the above independently with little to no direct supervision.
- Must possess original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to complete the I-9 form.
Nice To Haves
- Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage events planned by the Conference and Event Services office staff.
- Assist with the summer conference housing process as necessary.
- Assist service providing departments/individuals in the provision of services as requested.
- Ensure the delivery of services requested for an event, including but not limited to set-up, audio-visual service, catering, parking, security, etc.
- Be prepared to assist in providing set-up, audio-visual and other event related equipment or services as is necessary.
- Resolve any on-site logistical issues regarding services or summer conference housing as necessary.
- Assist clients prior to and during events – making sure that their event needs are met.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for all people attending an event.
- Attend weekly meetings, as well as training several times throughout the summer.
Benefits
- Meaningful experiential learning opportunities
- Develop transferable skills
- Apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings
- Fostering both personal and professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
