Student - Event Staff Assistant

Purdue University
  • Hammond, IN
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    Req Id: 43598

    Job Title: Student - Event Staff Assistant

    City: Hammond

    Job Description:

    Job Summary

    The Office of Student Life is seeking an enthusiastic student to play an essential role in the successful execution of campus events and activities. This position provides hands-on support with event preparation, coordination, and post-event breakdown to create engaging experiences for the campus community. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a team-oriented, dynamic environment. This position may need to travel to the Westville Campus occasionally.

    Key Responsibilities Include:

    • Assist with event setup and breakdown, including arranging furniture, staging, decorations, and technical equipment.
    • Provide on-site support during events by managing check-ins, distributing materials, answering attendee questions, and troubleshooting issues.
    • Serve as a representative of the Office of Student Life, ensuring events reflect a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
    • Collaborate with the event planning team to ensure events run smoothly and adhere to timelines.
    • Monitor event spaces for cleanliness, safety, and organization during and after events.
    • Assist with promoting events by distributing marketing materials and providing outreach to students.
    • Coordinate with campus partners and vendors to facilitate event needs as directed.
    • Act as a point of contact for student attendees, answering questions and providing direction when needed.
    • Maintain a professional demeanor and handle unexpected challenges calmly and efficiently.
    • Professional Development and Trainings will be provided for the position.

    Education

    • Must be a PNW Student

    Experience

    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
    • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends occasionally.
    • Ability to follow instructions.
    • Physical ability to lift, move, and arrange event equipment (up to 25 lbs.).
    • Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances during events.
    • Enthusiasm for fostering community engagement and enhancing the student experience

    FLSA Status

    Non-Exempt

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    Posting Start Date: 8/13/26

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHammond, IN

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Event Marketingunmatched
    • Furnitureunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • On Site Supportunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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