External Events Assistant - Operations

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an intern to assist the Events Coordinator in all aspects of generating event revenue, formulating positive relationships in the community, and promoting the availability of various UAA venues for external events. Responsibilities include assisting with opening/closing athletic facilities, and utilizing innovative approaches to secure events commitments, plan events, and set up for events.
This position is required to live on-site in housing provided by the UAA.
This is a time-limited position with an option for a second year if essential criteria is met. This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to live on-site in UAA provided housing
• Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
• Ability to work a non-standard work week which will include nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with planning/setting up events
• Experience in graphic design or digital marketing

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement for the University of Florida or Santa Fe College only and is based on in-state or online program rates, pension (upon eligibility), recognition programs and paid time off. This position is compensated on an hourly basis at the current Florida minimum wage. You can view our benefits on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

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