Event Operations & Setup Specialist

Career Opportunities with Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary A great place to work. Careers At Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Job Type : Part-Time (as needed) / Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Riley Center Reports To : Events Management Supervisor Date : 3/18/2026 Last Revision Standard of Christian Commitment The candidate must be a professing Christ follower who possesses a strong commitment to the mission and core values of Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College, possess a clear understanding of Southern Baptist heritage and culture, and agrees to serve in accordance with and not contrary to the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message. Southwestern Seminary, an entity of the Southern Baptist Convention, is a confessional institution. While the Seminary serves the larger evangelical Christian community, employees must embrace the values and standards the Seminary represents as it fulfills its mission of shaping Christian leaders within our denominational context. Since duties of this position require the employee to represent the Seminary to prospective and current students, candidates must abide by the Seminary bylaws, the Employee Handbook, and the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message as a condition of employment. Job Description Job Summary The Event Operations Staff provide support on an as-needed basis for event set up and preparations. The role requires flexibility, the ability to team-lift and move tables and chairs for large scale events, and assists with various aspects of event setup, execution, and teardown. Responsibilities include arranging equipment, managing event logistics, and ensuring events run smoothly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Assemble and dismantle event tables, chairs, and other items according to the event work orders. Transport, install and maintain event equipment, ensure all tools and materials are properly handled. Assist in the coordination of deliveries, placements, and movement of event-related equipment. Help manage attendee flow, providing guidance and assistance to ensure a smooth and safe event experience. Operate and troubleshoot audio-visual and other technical equipment as needed during the event. Address and resolve any issues that arise during the event to ensure everything runs smoothly. Ensure all safety regulations and protocols are followed, including proper handling of heavy items and emergency procedures. Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth in leadership and ministry effectiveness. Performs other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility. Specific Skills and Qualifications A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required. Experience with events and setting up and tearing down event equipment preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Strong work ethic and initiative; ability to operate with minimal supervision. Exemplary social skills with an ability to be a part of and contribute to a collaborative team, manage conflicts, and demonstrate love and appreciation for cross-cultural interaction. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to read floor plans and diagrams. Evening and weekend work is required during large-scale events and peak Admission seasons. Ability to provide proof of Work Authorization in the U.S. and proof of identity. Successful completion of background check, MVR, and credit check may be required. Work Environment / Physical Requirements Office Environment - May be required to reach above shoulder level for organizational tasks (e.g., retrieving files from upper shelves), bend, stoop, or reach to access lower or upper shelves. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and move about to the office to interact with other staff members. Ability to use a computer and near-visual acuity in reading written documents and statistical data. Exchanges information by telephone, computer, in writing and in person. Ability to traverse campus for meetings and talk to groups while doing so. Heavy Lifting - Occasionally transports 40-50lbs of parts and equipment across short distances by various means (e.g., carrying, cart, golf cart) to accomplish tasks. Ability to climb ladders and work in crawlspaces and attics. Ability to withstand the heat and cold of the north Texas climate. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice to employees. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so they may perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the institution. Contact human resources (HR) with any questions or requests for accommodation. About Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, established in 1908 under the visionary leadership of B.H. Carroll, was born out of the urgent need for trained ministers in America’s rapidly growing Southwest. Initially part of Baylor University, the seminary became an independent institution in Waco before relocating to Fort Worth in 1910. Carroll’s unwavering commitment to orthodoxy, gospel-centered education, and the Great Commission shaped the seminary’s mission. Training God-called men and women for ministry, Southwestern has an expansive academic program training pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders in theology, missions, evangelism, music and worship, and education. Today, it stands as a beacon of faithfulness, equipping generations to serve Christ’s church globally. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary