Event Staff (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

Job Title

Student Event Staff

Job Description

This is an hourly position for current and incoming UM-Flint students (work-study preferred). As part of the Conferences & Events (CAE) team, the Student Event Staff serve as leaders by offering front line customer service and behind-the-scenes support to many campus events. By providing accurate and attractive room set-ups, tear-downs and functioning A/V equipment in campus facilities, this team ensures successful events and meetings on campus. The CAE Student Event Staff helps to ensure positive experiences and a sense of community throughout the University of Michigan-Flint. Student Event Staff members are also responsible for providing many other services throughout the buildings, some of which are listed below.

We are looking for student leaders who are interested in developing a student and guest focused community at UM-Flint. We are seeking applications from students who can contribute successfully and positively to our community.

Responsibilities

• Open and close meeting rooms and event spaces.
• Perform room set-ups and take-downs for events and programs including tables, linens, chairs, podiums, coat racks, staging, and other furnishings (repeated heavy lifting required).
• Set-up and troubleshoot with audio-visual equipment (projectors, laptops, sound systems, sound cords, microphones, speakers, VGA/HDMI cords, etc.). Specific training will be provided.
• Clean meeting rooms and event spaces between events and programs including, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, wiping down furniture, cleaning windows, walls, etc.
• Represent the University of Michigan-Flint in a professional and courteous manner, providing a positive experience throughout the University of Michigan-Flint.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to guest requests, complaints, and inquiries.
• Attend scheduled staff or other assigned meetings.
• Keep accurate records of completed tasks and situations that require communication to a professional staff member.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure guest, customer and staff safety.
• Responsible for building security and cleanliness.
• Act in accordance with, and enforce, all University and department policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and the CAE professional staff.

Required Qualifications

• Current or incoming UM-Flint student who has registered for classes
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
• Knowledge of University of Michigan-Flint and surrounding community
• Possess good organizational skills, initiative, attention to detail, and positive attitude
• Desire to assist others and provide excellent customer service as an individual and as part of a team
• Demonstrate professional etiquette in all interactions
• Able to make sound decisions and work independently at times
• Able to lift/move 50 lbs or more repeatedly
• Able to work a flexible schedule. Available shifts vary: days, nights, weekends
• Able to work for an entire semester; prefer commitment of at least two semesters.

Modes of Work

Onsite The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

• Work Study students preferred, but Work Study is not required.
• Must be able to work at least 10-12 hours a week.
• Position requires repeated physical movement of self, furniture, and equipment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.