Student - Events Assistant in Wichita, Kansas at Newman University Inc

The Student Campus Events Assistant supports the University Advancement Office by assisting with campus events and providing administrative support. This position requires flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to work independently and as part of a team. Approximately 75% of the position involves event setup, teardown, and on-site event support, while the remaining 25% consists of administrative tasks completed during regular business hours.

Responsibilities:

Event Setup & Support

• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, linens, signage, décor, and event equipment.
• Arrange event spaces according to event needs and ensure spaces are clean, organized, and guest-ready.
• Transport event supplies between storage and event locations.

Event Assistance

• Serve as an on-site representative for the Advancement Office during campus and external events.
• Greet vendors and guests and assist with event-related questions or needs.
• Help monitor event spaces and communicate any issues to the Events Coordinator.

Administrative & Advancement Support

• Assist with data entry, filing, mailings, and other office tasks.
• Support alumni and advancement events through preparation, decorating, auction support, and day-of logistics.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be a current Newman University student enrolled full-time
• Excellent communication skills
• Customer service oriented/client focus a must
• Self-motivated
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Number of hours per week: 10 hours per week
Days and Times needed: Varies: Days, evenings, weekends depending on event schedule and needs in Advancement Office.
Rate of pay: $10.00