Student - Events Assistant

The University Advancement team has openings for Events Student Assistants. This position assists the Events Coordinator and Advancement team with campus events. Schedule varies.

Responsibilities: 

1. Set up and tear down tables and chairs for on-campus events, fundraising events and alumni events.
2. Serve as the Newman representative and assist event hosts with any needs/concerns/issues they may have (i.e., setting up equipment, putting out signs, moving tables & chairs, lighting candles, etc.)
3. Administrative duties, filing, preparing mailings, etc.
4. Complete University-required trainings, including FERPA and Title IX.
5. Contribute to the overall success of the Advancement Office by performing all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position.

Requirements: 

1. Must be a current Newman University Student enrolled full-time (minimum of 12 credit hours)
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Customer service oriented/client focus
4. Knowledge of computers and audio equipment; Outlook Calendar and Office software preferred
5. Self-motivated
6. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
7. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Number of hours per week: 10-20

Days and Times:  Varies: days, evenings, weekends depending on event schedule and needs in Advancement Office.

Rate of pay:  $10.00

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email [email protected] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.