Event Assistant

Event Assistant

The Department of Events and Visitor Services at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Event Assistant position.

Examples Of Duties

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of university-wide events as assigned by the Director.
• Provide technical support for university events, including support for all satellite campuses as needed.
• Ensure university policies and procedures are clearly communicated and upheld by all individuals and organizations utilizing campus facilities.
• Support the Director, Assistant Director, and Operations Coordinator with all aspects of event operations.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, decor implementation, and on-site logistics as assigned.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of departmental technical equipment and event-related assets.
• Track event services data and assist in preparing weekly, monthly, and annual departmental reports.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of the department's website and social media platforms, including posting approved photography, video content, and event updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of university-wide events as assigned by the Director.
• Provide technical support for university events, including support for all satellite campuses as needed.
• Ensure university policies and procedures are clearly communicated and upheld by all individuals and organizations utilizing campus facilities.
• Support the Director, Assistant Director, and Operations Coordinator with all aspects of event operations.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, decor implementation, and on-site logistics as assigned.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of departmental technical equipment and event-related assets.
• Track event services data and assist in preparing weekly, monthly, and annual departmental reports.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of the department's website and social media platforms, including posting approved photography, video content, and event updates.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.