Summer Event Operations Assistant

Summer Event Operations Assistant

University Events (UE) follows university priorities to plan, support, and execute meetings, events, and programs on campus. A one-stop shop operation, UE coordinates the efforts of support areas on behalf of event sponsors. University Events provides ahigh level of customer service to event sponsors while managing limited space and other resources in service of the University mission. The Event Operations Assistant is responsible for organizing written event details and translating it into an easy-to-read format. The Operations Assistant creates visual diagrams for spaces as well as written instructions to allow the Operations Setup Crew to arrange a room to a specific design, including the technology.

This position gives great insight into event planning, and it allows a student to learn how to work independently but also as part of a team. If you are interested in gaining more computer skills, strengthening your organizational skills, and learning how to work in a large group of other students, this is the position for you.

Responsibilities:

• Organizes event details in easy-to-follow ways
• Creates visual room diagrams from instructions
• Communicate with outside departments for deliveries
• Create daily work schedules
• Keep procedures up to date
• Prepare for future events
• Help record work hours and filing paperwork
• Help improve effectiveness and quality of area
• Train new student employees
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications - A reliable and responsible person who can work independently and can pay close attention to details as well as problem solve. Must have, at minimum, basic Microsoft Office computer skills and strong organizational skills. The ability to work in a team atmosphere and has a good attitude.

Physical Demands

Special Conditions for Eligibility - Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement - Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate - $16.50-$17.50

Posting Number - Stu05674P

Open Date

Close Date - 06/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Class Schedule