Event Support Specialist

Overview Title: Event Support Specialist Employee Classification: Event Support Specialist Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Student Affairs SubDivision-Department: UNT-Union Administration Department: UNT-Union Admin-163110 Job Location: Denton Salary: $31,720.00, Commensurate on Education and Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible Responsibilities The event support specialist oversees part-time staging assistants and is directly responsible for setting open lounge spaces, meeting rooms, and large multifunction ballroom spaces; and performing minor custodial duties as needed. Tasks are coordinated with the event scheduling staff and supervised directly by the Director. The event support specialist utilizes Event Management System and Computer Aided Design software to print daily event reports and event space designs to accomplish daily tasks. Delivery and setup of event spaces in alignment with event schedules and safety guidelines. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma/GED equivalent and two years related experience with some experience in a lead or supervisory role. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to keep records and complete forms accurately. Ability to direct and manage the work of others. Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: measuring). Physical ability to perform work involving standing, stooping, operating equipment, and lifting. Familiarity with campus-wide safety guidelines and procedures that may require wearing protective footwear or support belts. Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to the work performed. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work with a minimum of supervision. Ability to establish rapport and maintain positive relationships with college students, campus staff, and visitors. Cooperative spirit in working with peers, supervisors, clients and guests. Familiarity with event staging and support services. Familiarity with space management software. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Required License/Registration/Certifications Job Duties Job Knowledge: Demonstrates and executes working knowledge of space configuration and event management software; understands equipment, materials, and methods required for job performance; understands meeting room capacities and uses approved procedures to achieve appropriate room setup specifications. Performance Quality: Conducts quality checks on event setups; ensures cleaning standards are met; executes event setup change requests in a timely and professional manner. Supervision: Demonstrates ability to recruit, train, and schedule student staff; addresses performance issues promptly within UNT and departmental guidelines; supports student leadership models. Safety: Works with safe practices; reports unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor immediately. Communication: Communicates effectively with supervisory personnel, coworkers, and supervised students. Adaptability: Identifies and solves problems related to event setups; remains flexible with assignments and priorities. Budget and Inventory: Uses university resources efficiently; conducts equipment and furniture inventory for the department. Event Support: Coordinates event setups in and around the Union and delivers equipment to other locations as required. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. Lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds. Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Sunday - Wednesday 11am-10pm, Tuesday - Friday 12pm-11pm Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit – and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. 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