Event Staff - Central State University

Event Staff Opportunity

Do you have a desire to work for an organization driven by empowerment and full inclusion? Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley is one of the largest employers in the region; with the mission to empower those with disadvantages and disabilities to improve their quality of life. We employ over 600 associates just in our retail stores alone. GESMV also offers over 40 programs and services to the community ranging from job readiness programs to assistive technology services. We offer part-time and full-time positions, with a variety of schedules and hours available. We are always looking for driven, enthusiastic people to join our team.

Summary

Event Staff are responsible for executing high-quality, organized, and safe event experiences across a variety of venues and client environments. This role supports event setup, guest engagement, operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down event spaces according to layout plans and timelines.
• Load, unload, move, and arrange equipment such as tables, chairs, staging, tents, barricades, lighting, signage, and décor.
• Assist with basic assembly and disassembly of event structures and equipment.
• Ensure job sites are clean, organized, and safe before, during, and after events.
• Follow instructions from event leads, supervisors, or production managers.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and use proper lifting techniques.
• Provide on-site support during events as needed (repositioning equipment, quick resets, etc.)
• Report damaged equipment or safety concerns promptly
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred but not required.

Experience Requirements

Experience working as event staff preferred but not required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Driver's license not required. Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass a background check and random drug screens, that include marijuana in all forms.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, instructions, and manuals.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly lift up to 10 lbs.; frequently up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Regular walking, standing, reaching, and handling equipment.
• Must have adequate vision and hearing to perform tasks safely.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise level.
• Occasional work outdoors or exposure to minor electrical hazards.

Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including, but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations.