Classification Title:
Student Assistant
Job Description:
The UF College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Office of Advancement, is looking for an organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, personable and productive person to assist with the day-to-day management of the event space Ocora in Pugh Hall.
This is a part-time position that will be required to work up to 20 hours per week with hours varying between regular work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday and evening hours (occasional weekends with advance notice). If scheduled to work an event, you would be expected to stay for the entirety of the event, including supervision of clean up.
- Must be a highly motivated individual with the capacity for hard work.
- Must have the ability to do physical tasks and lift at least 30lbs.
- Must have a understanding of basic event technology or the capacity to learn equipment (i.e. microphones, projectors, etc).
- Must be able to take initiative with assigned tasks and have the ability to work independently, reflecting good judgment and decision-making.
- Must have interpersonal skills (in person, over the phone and in email) in order to communicate with a wide range of individuals from students to VIPs of the college.
- This job requires someone who is detail oriented, reliable, responsible, dependable, honest and ethical.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist with overall management of Ocora including, maintenance of space, equipment, and supplies, managing event requests and email inquiries, assisting with set-up and break-down, contracting with vendors or event coordinators, etc.
- Coordinate and conduct walk-throughs of the space with the contracting organizations and maintain the key log, ensuring keys are picked up and dropped off in a timely manner.
- Attend events, as needed, to assist with technology, respond to issues that may arise, and ensure all aspects of the event are implemented according to plan.
- Collaborate with the assistant director to find creative ways to promote the use of the space for student organizations, UF departments, and the local community. Assist with the coordination of marketing/event collateral.
- Assist with the planning and execution of events outside of Ocora, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:
$12-$14 per hour.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum requirements include, but are not limited to:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Qualtrics
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this role.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Advertised: 03 Aug 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 17 Aug 2023 Eastern Daylight Time