Event and Operations Specialist

Posting Details

Working Title Event and Operations Specialist

Position Number 01472A

Department WEBB CTR OP COST

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job Full Time

EEO Category C Technicians

Job Description

The position is responsible for providing crucial support for the existing staff by assisting with event management and some basic facility operations of the Webb Student Center, Broderick Dining Commons, and Priority Club during operating hours and scheduled events and functions.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Considerable knowledge of the practices and procedures related to the scheduling, set-up and turnover of events spaces.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.

Demonstrated ability to train employees in event set-up and break-down requirements. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and the public.

Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively across departments and entities.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

Special licenses, registration or certification

None

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Prior experience implementing and coordinating event set-ups and turnovers.

Some experience working with a culturally diverse population both internally and externally.

Some experience in a customer service orientated environment.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Previous work experience in event settings, particularly in a university environment, is preferred.

Conditions of Employment

This position requires in-person reporting to an on-campus location. Anticipated work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8am-5pm. Ability to work outside regular hours due to events need is required and compensated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S03321

Job Open To ODU Employees Only

Open Date 06/08/2026

Close Date 06/19/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

Please include resume with completed application.

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page

Department Home Page

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Yellow Layoff Form

• Blue Layoff Card

• AHP Letter