Lead Event Support Technician

Department: Facilities & Campus Operations

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Manassas, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour, commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The purpose of the Event Services department is to support and complement the academic process, provide excellent service to the Mason community and visitors, promote diversity and campus spirit through cooperative participation, and encourage student development, social competency, and responsibility. The department provides operational and technological support for events at the SciTech campus and Potomac Science Center.

About the Position:

The George Mason University Science and Technology campus events department is looking for you to join our team! The Lead Event Support Technician is responsible for providing technical and operational support for events at the George Mason SciTech campus in Manassas, as well as the Potomac Science Center in Woodbridge. This position works with students, faculty, staff, and the local community to ensure delivery of excellent event support services. The Lead Event Support Technician works on a wide range of technology to support local conferences, meetings, and campus-wide events!

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and event support to clients;
• Serve as on-site contact and coordinator to support and produce events;
• Work with Mason services on behalf of clients;
• Set up, configure, operate, and breakdown event and AV equipment; and
• Assist in the maintenance and organization of equipment and facilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated event or AV experience;
• Problem solving skills with AV equipment and computers;
• Excellent customer service skills; and
• Reliable independent transportation.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Lead Event Support Technician at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date: October 30, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by: November 13, 2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Campus Safety Information

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