Florida Gulf Coast University
Job Summary
The University Events Student Assistant supports the University
Events team with the preparation and execution of university
events. This position provides hands-on experience in event
planning, event operations, and event logistics while assisting
with both day-to-day event preparation and onsite event
support.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with event setup and breakdown, including loading,
unloading, transporting, and organizing event materials, décor,
signage, and staging items.
Provide hands-on support during events and assist the
University Events team with event execution as needed.
Assist with preparing event materials, including name tags,
signage, printed materials, stationery, and other event-related
items.
Organize and maintain University Events inventory, including
tracking event supplies, décor, equipment, and rental items.
Assist with preparing and organizing items needed for
luncheons, dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and other university
events.
Support the team with basic administrative and event-planning
tasks when not assisting with active events.
Assist with maintaining event information and materials within
University Events systems.
Perform other event-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled as a degree-seeking student at Florida Gulf Coast
University at hire and throughout the appointment and in good
conduct standing.
- Experience operations a computer and proficient with Microsoft
Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Willingness to learn event management and scheduling
software.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to assist with the physical setup and breakdown of
events.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Canva.
- Dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a
fast-paced event environment.
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal
Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or
protected veteran status.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.fgcu.edu/jobs/university-events-student-assistant-fort-myers-florida-united-states
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